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David Chang

David Chang

6x Entrepreneur/Operator โ€ข Angel investor @TBD Angels

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Boston, Massachusetts
Joined June 2025

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Summary

David Chang is a serial entrepreneur and operator with over 20 years of experience across various internet and mobile startups, including 6 exits. He has held diverse roles in product, marketing, operations, strategy, and corporate development within both early-stage ventures and large companies like PayPal, TripAdvisor, and Goldman Sachs. davidchang+2
Beyond his operational roles, David is a prolific angel investor, having backed over 100 companies, primarily early-stage tech startups. He is a founding member of TBD Angels and has advised numerous other startups and investment funds. His investment philosophy often involves supporting founders in industries where he has knowledge or where he can offer expertise. davidchang+3
Deeply embedded in the entrepreneurship community, David actively mentors students and founders and serves on multiple boards. He was an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Harvard Business School and Director of the Babson Summer Venture Program, and currently serves as a Board Trustee for Wentworth Institute of Technology, highlighting his commitment to fostering new talent and ventures. davidchang+2
David has been recognized as a leader in the Boston tech ecosystem, receiving awards such as The Boston Globe's Tech Power Players 50 and Boston Business Journal's Power 50: Most Influential Bostonians, reflecting his significant impact as an evangelist for startups and talent in the region. davidchang+1
Chang's career includes significant roles in financial technology and mobile content. He was CEO of Gradifi, which focused on student loan repayment solutions and was acquired by E*TRADE. Prior to that, he held key leadership positions at m-Qube and PayPal Media Network, showcasing his expertise in rapidly evolving tech sectors. davidchang+2

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DGDan Greenbergsaid
DCDavid Chang
has stood out to them as a genuinely inspiring founder, entrepreneur, or builder in the Boston innovation scene.

Jan 27, 2026

DGDan Greenbergsaid they've seen
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provide truly valuable support to startups at the pre-seed stage.

Jan 20, 2026