Dave Caputo
About Dave Caputo
Dave Caputo serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Trusscore, where he has worked since 2019, and also holds a board position at DOZR. He has a background in product management and investment, with previous leadership roles at companies such as Sandvine and HP.
Work at Trusscore
Dave Caputo has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Trusscore since 2019. Under his leadership, the company has focused on advancing sustainable building materials technology. He has played a significant role in securing investments aimed at enhancing research and development efforts in material science. Caputo has also been instrumental in expanding Trusscore's product line to include innovative material solutions tailored for the construction industry. His commitment to promoting sustainable building practices is evident through various industry partnerships and collaborations.
Board Memberships
In addition to his role at Trusscore, Dave Caputo has been a Board Member at DOZR since 2019. He has also served on the board of Aterlo Networks Inc since 2014. His previous board experience includes a position at Sandvine from 2017 to 2020 and at Q9 from 2007 to 2008. These roles reflect his ongoing engagement with technology and innovation in various sectors.
Previous Experience
Before joining Trusscore, Dave Caputo co-founded Sandvine, where he served as CEO from 2001 to 2017. He also held the position of Director of Product Management at HP from 1992 to 1998. Additionally, he worked at Cisco Systems as Managing Director of the Video Networking Business Unit for a brief period in 2000. His diverse experience spans multiple leadership roles in technology and product management.
Education and Expertise
Dave Caputo earned his MBA from the University of Toronto, completing his studies from 1990 to 1992. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from York University, which he obtained from 1986 to 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in technology and business management.
Community Involvement
Caputo has actively contributed to the community through his role as Past Chair of Communitech from 2018 to 2023. He was also an Investment Committee Member at the MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund for one year in 2018-2019. His involvement in these organizations highlights his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the technology ecosystem in the Kitchener-Waterloo area.