David Ford

David Ford is a seasoned angel investor with extensive experience in the blue tech, ag-tech, and energy sectors. Currently serving as an angel investor with Blue Angels, a group managed by SeaAhead, Ford focuses on early-stage investments in aquaculture, autonomous surface and underwater vehicles, shipping, and offshore energy. As Principal at Third Rail Technologies, Ford has led significant investments, including the establishment of Indie Growers, an innovative organic farm, and provided mentorship to Ocean State Fresh, Rhode Island's first Community Supported Fishery. In addition, Ford is the Chairman Emeritus of the Herreshoff Marine Museum, where strong leadership facilitated a financial turnaround. As the owner/operator of Dave's Oysters, Ford is pioneering experimental oyster farming practices. Ford has a background in the computer industry, having built highly scalable systems over a rewarding three-decade career, and is an alumnus of the University at Buffalo.