David Chaiken

David Chaiken is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various high-profile companies. Currently serving as a Fellow at Pinterest since August 2017, David has been pivotal in onboarding key personnel and managing infrastructure budgets, while also leading efforts for the company's Initial Public Offering. Additionally, David works as a Consulting Advisor for Act One Ventures, focusing on diverse early-stage investments. Previous positions include Chief Technology Officer at both SAP and Altiscale, and Chief Architect at Yahoo!, where David led technical teams and strategic initiatives. David's career began as a cofounder and CTO at Aeroprise and has included significant roles at AT&T Labs and Digital Equipment Corporation. David holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Sc.B. in Mathematics and Chemistry from Brown University.