Dave Bowen
About Dave Bowen
Dave Bowen is the Head of Customer Operations Planning at Scale AI, where he leads initiatives in machine learning and customer success. He has a diverse background in technology, government relations, and international trade, with previous roles at Measure and Ulteig.
Current Role at ScaleAI
Dave Bowen serves as the Head of Customer Operations Planning at Scale AI, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on enhancing customer success and operational efficiency within the organization. His responsibilities include leading initiatives that address complex machine learning challenges, particularly in content and video understanding.
Previous Experience at Measure
Bowen worked at Measure, the Drone as a Service® Company, in various capacities from 2015 to 2020. He held the position of Senior Analyst in 2015, followed by Senior Director of Special Projects from 2016 to 2017, and later served as VP Product Strategy & Head of Advisory Services from 2017 to 2019. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's growth, aiding in the acquisition of $27.5 million in venture capital and overseeing over 46,000 flight operations globally.
Education and Expertise
Dave Bowen earned a Master of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, where he studied Global Business & Finance from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Colorado College, completed between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, he participated in a study abroad program in the Czech Republic in 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in infrastructure modernization and international trade.
Professional Background
Bowen's professional journey includes diverse roles across various sectors. He worked as a Biological Aid for the US Forest Service in 2008 and served as an Assistant Language Teacher in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program from 2009 to 2012. He also gained experience in public affairs as an intern at the U.S. Commercial Service in 2014 and worked as a Business Development Intern at the US-ASEAN Business Council the same year.
Role at Ulteig
From 2020 to 2021, Dave Bowen was the Technology Innovation Manager at Ulteig. In this role, he tracked emerging technology trends and developed strategic partnerships to improve service offerings across various sectors. His work at Ulteig complemented his skills in strategic consulting and customer success.