Dave Blakely

Dave Blakely has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Dave is currently working as the Executive Vice President at Mach49, where they help Global 1000 companies develop successful new ventures generated from within their organizations. Dave assists in finding new opportunities, launching new businesses, and investing in technology startups. Dave also helps global companies understand the attributes of Silicon Valley culture.

Before joining Mach49, Dave served as a Member of the Technology Advisory Board at Phillips 66, advising on their R&D programs and energy transition. Dave was also a Member of the External Advisory Board at UC Berkeley College of Engineering, providing an external perspective on the requirements for engineers in the 21st century working world and contributing to the creation of the Jacobs Institute for Design.

Dave has a strong background in innovation and teaching. Dave worked as an independent consultant after leaving IDEO, supporting clients such as NASA, Google ATAP, SRI, and Johns Hopkins. Dave was also involved in angel investing, served on Boards of Directors and advisory boards, and maintained a teaching schedule at Stanford and UC Berkeley.

Prior to their independent consulting work, Dave was an Instructor at the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford (d.school) and a Member of the Advisory Board at SRI International. Dave also worked as a Product Development Specialist at bebop.co, supporting Google in the rollout of Google Hire.

Dave started their career at IDEO, where they held various positions, including Director of Technology Strategy and Designer of IDEO Smart Products, a division focused on electromechanical products. Their role at IDEO involved using technology to advance clients' business agendas and provide optimal customer experiences.

Overall, Dave Blakely's work experience showcases their expertise in innovation, entrepreneurship, advisory roles, and teaching in the technology and design fields.

Dave Blakely earned their Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, where they studied from 1978 to 1982. Dave subsequently pursued a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (Controls) from the same institution, attending from 1982 to 1983.