Dave Parker
About Dave Parker
Chief Executive Officer Dave Parker
Dave Parker serves as the Chief Executive Officer and is based in Seattle, U.S. With over three decades of experience, he has been both a founder and board director for startups and learning organizations worldwide. His extensive career includes founding and exiting multiple startups as well as serving on numerous corporate and nonprofit boards.
Dave Parker's Entrepreneurial Ventures and Startups
Dave Parker founded Trajectory Media, OneAccord Partners, and License Online. He has sold three of his startups and closed two others. His work as a venture capitalist includes working with the Fearless Fund, focusing on investing in Women of Color Founders across the United States. Beyond founding companies, Parker's expertise has been instrumental in organizations such as the Washington Technology Industry Association, Guidant Financial Group, Find Ventures, AudiencePoint, and Code Fellows.
Dave Parker's Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
Since 2000, Dave Parker has served as a board member on dozens of corporate and nonprofit boards. His previous roles include COO and SVP of Programs and People at UP Global, which has since been acquired by Techstars. Parker's experience extends to guiding and advising organizations like the Washington Technology Industry Association and Guidant Financial Group.
Author Dave Parker: Trajectory: Startup-Ideation to Product/Market Fit
Dave Parker is the author of 'Trajectory: Startup-Ideation to Product/Market Fit,' a resource aimed at helping startup founders take their ideas through to a product/market fit. His insights and expertise in the entrepreneurial world have been shaped by decades of hands-on experience and success in founding and advising startups.
Dave Parker's Work with Under-Represented Founders
As a venture capitalist with the Fearless Fund, Dave Parker has invested in Women of Color Founders across the U.S. This initiative aligns with his broader commitment to support under-represented founders, enriching the entrepreneurial ecosystem with diverse perspectives and inclusive investments.
Dave Parker's Role in Entrepreneurial Events and Education
Dave Parker played a crucial role in organizing entrepreneur events such as Startup Weekend and Startup America. He also served as a Director with The Founder Institute in Seattle, managing a 13-week training program that paired startup founders with tech mentors to foster successful business developments.
Dave Parker's Global Business Experiences
A seasoned traveler, Dave Parker has visited 46 countries and conducted business in 20 of them. His international experience brings a broad perspective to his entrepreneurial and investment activities, allowing him to navigate and understand diverse markets and cultures.