David Arel

About

As an innovative, problem-solving founder and technology executive, I’ve had over 15 years of success creating world-class organizations, assembling top-performing teams, executing aggressive roadmaps, and building industry-defining products and platforms. I’m driven by a love for inventing simple and elegant solutions to complex problems. I bring out the very best in those around me, come alive under pressure, and always bring with me a healthy dose of outside-the-box thinking. My leadership style is both strategic and transformational, cultivated within a collaborative environment, rooted in transparent communication, and motivated by a desire to see every member of the organization realize their full potential.

Experience

• Technology Consultant & Advisor · Self-Employed01-01-2019

  • Advised and guided founders of multiple startups in developing their pitch, positioning, mission, vision, and fundraising strategies resulting in over $20MM funding raised collectively. • Provided strategic direction and advice to product teams on future plans, hiring processes, and overall strategy leading to the successful shaping of multiple products, team assembly, and employment of 50+ engineers. • Contributed as a full-stack engineer for early-stage companies and innovation labs by building minimal viable products.

• Head of Engineering, Platform · Thoughtful.ai07-01-2021 – 07-01-2022

  • Led a successful product team to develop scalable solutions, achieving ambitious growth targets • Developed and executed the product vision, strategy, research and roadmap while establishing standardized processes and vertical integrations cross-team • Created a prototype CLI and python library that complied with industry standards, resulting in significant efficiency gains • Designed and implemented a React application to document bot procedures, resulting in increased productivity and accuracy across teams.

• Founder & CTO · Codeverse01-01-2016 – 01-01-2019

  • Founded Codeverse with the mission of teaching children the fundamentals of coding, inspired by my own experience learning to code at 8 years old. • Designed and developed a prototype programming language and immersive coding environment that secured $10MM in seed funding. • Established a modular architecture for efficient and versatile product development, enabling the team to build multiple inter-connected engines. • Recruited an SVP of Product to enhance existing initiatives and spearhead new ones. • Built a top-tier team of software engineers, instructors, curriculum designers, and product designers.

• Interim CTO · TableSavvy05-01-2015 – 01-01-2016

  • Collaborated with the CEO to enhance the customer experience and streamline the company's offerings • Established a team of product engineers and designers to revamp the brand and products

• Founder & CEO · Chefmade11-01-2014 – 01-01-2016

  • Built and led a successful marketing team, resulting in increased sign-ups and customer engagement. • Established partnerships with commercial and residential buildings to provide tenant and employee perks and expand our reach. • Designed an innovative ordering platform with delivery tracking and automated marketing workflows, improving the overall customer experience. • Secured strategic kitchen leasing and business partnerships, and managed a talented team of drivers and chefs to guarantee seamless operations. • Successfully navigated the sale of Chefmade to Eat Cooked, LLC within 3 months.

• Partner & CTO · Roniin11-01-2014 – 01-01-2016

  • Collaborated with investors to ideate and launch innovative companies and products • Guided founders on defining mission, vision, and values to drive business success • Mentored CTOs on refining product strategy, technology, and recruitment efforts • Established operational teams to effectively service internal portfolio needs.

• Director of Product · Belly12-01-2012 – 11-01-2014

  • Collaborated closely with the CTO to develop and execute new product strategies, successfully growing user base from 100K to over 3M within 2 years using data-driven marketing solutions. • Led a team of 25+ engineers and product managers, fostering a culture of inclusivity and achieving high employee satisfaction scores. • Contributed to hiring top talent including a VP of Engineering by assisting in candidate screening and interviewing processes. • Delivered keynote technology speeches at global conferences and forums, including the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco and a conference in Beijing, China.

• Senior Software Engineer · Belly04-01-2012 – 12-01-2012

  • Led the successful overhaul of a critical native iOS iPad application • Implemented innovative hybrid web technology to overcome app-store limitations • Delivered real-time diagnostic insights and streamlined deployment workflows for the team

• Principal Software Engineer · The Atom Group03-01-2008 – 04-01-2012

  • Successfully managed a team of 12 web developers and software engineers, both junior and senior • Aligned with clients and project managers to accurately scope projects while drafting proposals • Developed and implemented development standards, processes for quality assurance, and ensured timely delivery • Led successful expansion into the Midwest market by hiring and managing a team of 5, culminating in opening an office in Chicago

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