David Shrier is a globally recognized expert in technology-enabled innovation, specializing in the application of cognitive computing and advanced analytics to solve complex challenges at scale. He is the founder of Visionary Future, a venture studio that brings together over 40 senior executives to support both high-growth startups and large-cap organizations in building and accelerating new growth platforms. His work spans corporate advisory, venture creation, and scaling initiatives for billion-dollar enterprises.

As a seasoned executive and investor, David has led an oversubscribed IPO on the NYSE as CEO and successfully managed a listing transfer to NASDAQ. He has overseen more than $11 billion in innovation initiatives across Fortune 1000 companies and completed over $900 million in principal transactions in private equity and venture capital, acting as both lead investor and operator. He has also served on the boards of publicly listed companies across major global exchanges, including NYSE, NASDAQ, and LSE.

David’s investment portfolio spans technology platforms, financial innovation, biosciences, and energy and sustainability. In parallel, his academic work focuses on sovereign AI, the commercialization of trusted artificial intelligence, and the evolution of digital assets as a professional asset class. He has contributed to the creation of multiple AI ventures emerging from MIT and serves as a Professor of Practice at Imperial College London, where he teaches on technology-driven innovation.

In addition to his academic and entrepreneurial work, David advises governments and institutions across the United States, Europe, and beyond on disruption, regulation, and transformational growth. His expertise includes corporate strategy, new business creation, product development, and coaching entrepreneurs and investors to achieve optimal outcomes. He is an active speaker at global events and webinars, with a strong commitment to supporting diverse and inclusive platforms.