Dave Wechsler

Board Director at Joyn Insurance

Dave Wechsler's work experience includes multiple roles at various companies.

In 2013, they co-founded and served as CEO of Hey Gorgeous!, a leading ecommerce player in women's plus size apparel. Dave was responsible for developing, launching, and managing all operational aspects of the business, including ecommerce, fulfillment, customer services, and omni-channel integration. Dave sourced and built the entire tech stack and operations framework. Dave held this position until 2016.

In 2015, Wechsler became an advisor for PetTrax, a role they held until 2019.

From 2016 to 2019, they were a member of the Executive Advisors Network for Columbia Technology Ventures, working with entrepreneurs and inventors at Columbia University to facilitate the transfer of research innovations from the lab to the market. Dave supported start-up efforts and managed patent assets available for licensing across various research fields.

From 2016 to 2020, they worked at Comcast, leading the company's IoT business initiatives focused on InsurTech and Smart Home. Dave collaborated with third-party partners for go-to-market strategies and technology. Dave shaped corporate and product strategy and executed day-to-day planning. Dave held the position of IoT/Smart Home/InsurTech Innovation, Corp Strategy and Planning Xfinity.

In 2018, they also served as GM, Founding Executive, and Licensed Producer for COMCAST WARRANTY AND HOME INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC. Dave ideated, built, and launched Comcast's strategy and product suite to enter the emerging "Smart Home/Smart Building" insurance, maintenance, and warranty markets. Dave was responsible for vision, product, sales, and day-to-day operations. Dave achieved all licensing required for the service offering.

From 2021 to 2022, Wechsler was the VP of Growth Initiatives at Hippo Insurance.

In 2022, they took on multiple roles, including Principal at OMERS Ventures and Board Director at Joyn Insurance. Dave also served as a Board Observer at Foresight Commercial Insurance and Clearcover.

Dave Wechsler attended Dickinson College from 1989 to 1993, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Policy Studies. Additionally, they hold a Producer's License in Property and Casualty, Flood, Life and Health, which was obtained nationally across all 50 states. No specific information on the month or year of obtaining this certification is provided.

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Timeline

  • Board Director

    December, 2022 - present