David Chung
About David Chung
David Chung is a Talent Acquisition Leader at Group14 Technologies, where he has contributed to significant funding and manufacturing initiatives since 2023. He has extensive experience in recruitment, having held various roles at companies such as Wireless Advocates, Microsoft, and T-Mobile over the past decade.
Work at Group14 Technologies
David Chung currently serves as the Talent Acquisition Leader at Group14 Technologies, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on recruiting top talent to support the company's growth and innovation in silicon battery technology. Group14 Technologies is recognized as the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of this technology, which significantly impacts the automotive and consumer electronics industries. Chung's contributions have been vital in enhancing the company's workforce and aligning it with its strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
David Chung has extensive experience in talent acquisition across various companies. He worked at Wireless Advocates as a Recruiting Project Manager from 2018 to 2020 and later as the Director of Recruiting from 2020 to 2023. His role at T-Mobile included serving as a Corporate Recruiter from 2012 to 2013 and again from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Sr. Corporate Recruiter at Car Toys from 2016 to 2018. His diverse background in recruitment has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Contributions to Group14 Technologies
At Group14 Technologies, David Chung played a significant role in the company's successful $614 million Series C funding round, which included backing from strategic investors such as Porsche AG and the Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund. He also contributed to scaling the company's global manufacturing footprint, leveraging a $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. These contributions have been essential in advancing the company's mission and operational capabilities.
Education and Expertise
David Chung earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Anthropology from the University of Washington. His educational background provides a foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of human behavior, which are essential in the field of talent acquisition. This academic experience, combined with his extensive professional background, enables him to effectively identify and recruit talent that aligns with organizational needs.