As part of the Salesforce Futures Team, David investigates possible futures and their strategic implications across a diverse range of subject areas.

Previously, David led design and innovation projects at IDEO. He holds an MFA in fiction writing from the University of Montana, has published a science fiction novel for young readers, and is a former Teach For America corps member who remains passionate about education.

In addition to his role at Salesforce, David serves as an advisor to The Rithm Project, a growing non-profit that empowers young people to rebuild and evolve human connection in the age of AI.