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David Mandell

InvestorFounder

Managing Director at Massive · Founder at PivotDesk

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Writes $500K – $2M checks

FoundedPivotDesk

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About

David Mandell, a multi‑time founder of PivotDesk and OneRiot turned investor, coaches CEOs—using empathy for fundraising and board challenges—to shape company culture through daily actions and communication.

Invests in

Climate TechDeep TechHardwareMobility & TransportationSaaSSpace Tech

Founder at PivotDesk

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Experience

  1. MassiveCo-Founder, General Partnercurrent2020 — presentBoulder, Colorado, United States
  2. VentureVoodoo Partners, IncManaging Directorcurrent2001 — presentBoulder, CO
  3. TechstarsMentorcurrent2007 — present
  4. TechstarsEntrepreneur in Residence2017 — 2018Boulder, CO
  5. The FundPartner2020 — 2024Boulder, Colorado, United States
  6. Blue Sky BridgeBoard Member2019 — 2024
  7. Founder FightsCo-Founder2016 — 2022Boulder, CO
  8. UpsuiteBoard Member2019 — 2021Denver, Colorado
  9. PivotDeskCo-Founder, CEO2012 — 2017Boulder, CO
  10. IgnighterCEO2009 — 2010
  11. OneRiotFounder, VP Marketing2006 — 2008Boulder, CO
  12. Deloitte ConsultingManaging Director, Global Communications1997 — 1999
  13. Cohn & WolfeV.P. Group Manager1994 — 1997

Skills & more

Corporate Communications2Messaging6Entrepreneurship77Strategic Partnerships18Social Media Marketing11Social Media8Business Development19Marketing Strategy12Product Development2Digital Strategy2Marketing45Social Networking3
+12 morePublic RelationsIntegrated MarketingProduct ManagementOnline AdvertisingSEOMarketing CommunicationsCompetitive AnalysisStrategic CommunicationsLeadershipManagementStrategyTeam Leadership

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Mandell?
David Mandell, a multi‑time founder of PivotDesk and OneRiot turned investor, coaches CEOs—using empathy for fundraising and board challenges—to shape company culture through daily actions and communication.
Where does David Mandell work?
David Mandell is Founder of PivotDesk and Managing Director at Massive.
What does David Mandell invest in?
David Mandell invests in Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Hardware, Mobility & Transportation, SaaS, Space Tech.
What check size does David Mandell write?
David Mandell typically writes checks of $500K – $2M.
What companies did David Mandell found?
David Mandell founded PivotDesk.
Where did David Mandell go to school?
David Mandell studied at Lehigh University.

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