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David Schoch

David Schoch

Operator and investor in technology and telecom in Southeast Europe

Belgrade, Serbia
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Joined April 2026
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Summary

Operator who scales technology and telecom businesses across emerging markets: Schoch has repeatedly taken senior operational roles (COO at HTEC, interim COO at Quantox, COO at VICERT) to help companies structure for rapid growth, align corporate functions with engineering excellence, and execute on expansion plans. htec+1
Investor and ecosystem builder in the Western Balkans: He founded/led initiatives to consolidate ISPs (Orion Telekom), helped raise institutional capital for regional telecom consolidation, co-founded and leads the Serbian Private Equity Association, and partners with StartLabs to invest in regional startups. spea+2
Mentor and advisor to founders and public initiatives: Active as a mentor in multiple accelerator programs and initiatives (StartLabs, Katapult) and serves as an expert advisor to initiatives such as the Pupin Initiative and as a consultant associated with the World Bank. katapult-akcelerator+2
Public-facing commentator on regional investment and policy: He authors and co-authors long-form pieces and commentary on the Western Balkans investment climate and legal/regulatory changes, positioning himself as both a practitioner and a thought leader on regional economic development. startlabs+1

Work

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Writing

Why The Western Balkans Is Fertile Ground For Innovation And Entrepreneurialism?

January 1, 2016

A blog post describing the strengths and challenges of the early-stage investment and startup ecosystem in the Western Balkans, and why the region presents opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.

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Overview & Key Implications of the Recent Changes in the Commercial Law of the Republic of Serbia

October 1, 2014

Co-authored article summarizing legislative changes in Serbia (insolvency, privatisation, labour, tax) and their implications for investors and the business environment.

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