
David Siegel
Former CEO of Meetup & Investopedia, Columbia professor, and Israel Tech Mission founder
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Joined October 2025
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David Siegel is a seasoned technology and digital media executive with over 25 years of experience, known for leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth, and digital traffic acceleration, as evidenced by his CEO roles at Meetup and Investopedia. columbia+2
Siegel has a strong commitment to education, serving as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs where he teaches leadership, strategic planning, and entrepreneurship, and previously as an Adjunct Professor at Pace University. columbia+2
Following his relocation to Israel, Siegel founded the Israel Tech Mission to support Israel's tech industry and foster connections between pro-Israel tech leaders globally and Israeli startups, driven by a deep belief in 'capitalist Zionism' and community building. themedialine+1
He is an author of the book 'Decide & Conquer: 44 Decisions That Will Make or Break All Leaders,' demonstrating his thought leadership in strategy and effective decision-making. themedialine+1
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AFAllan Fischsaid
DSDavid Siegel
is one of the most impressive senior leaders they've seen in the fintech space.Nov 19, 2025
MBMoshe Bellowssaid
DSDavid Siegel
is someone they would describe as having a strong and positive connection to Jewish or Israeli causes.Oct 21, 2025