DAVE CLARK

Dave Clark is a distinguished Partner at Expa, a pioneering venture firm known for its unique approach to company creation and early-stage investment. As a co-founder of Expa alongside Garrett Camp (founder of Uber and StumbleUpon), Dave has been instrumental in shaping the firm's strategy and success since its inception. His role extends beyond traditional venture capital, actively engaging with founders to build and scale innovative companies from the ground up.

At Expa, Dave Clark focuses on identifying and nurturing promising early-stage startups. The firm operates with a hybrid model, combining aspects of a venture studio with a traditional venture fund. This allows Dave and the Expa team to provide deep operational support, leveraging their extensive experience in product development, design, and market strategy. His investment focus spans a broad range of sectors, including consumer technology, software-as-a-service (SaaS), fintech, and marketplace platforms. He is particularly drawn to companies that demonstrate strong product-market fit potential and are poised for significant disruption within their respective industries.

Before co-founding Expa, Dave Clark built a formidable career in product leadership. He served as the Vice President of Product at StumbleUpon, a highly successful discovery engine also founded by Garrett Camp. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing product strategy, development, and user experience, contributing significantly to the platform's growth and widespread adoption. This hands-on experience in building and scaling consumer-facing products has provided him with invaluable insights into what it takes for a startup to succeed, knowledge he now applies to guide Expa's portfolio companies.

Through Expa, Dave Clark has been involved in the development and investment of numerous impactful companies. While Expa's model often involves incubating ideas internally, Dave's influence is seen across various successful ventures that have emerged from the firm. Companies like Current (a mobile banking platform), Aero (an on-demand private jet service), and Reserve (a restaurant reservation and payment app, later acquired) exemplify the type of innovative businesses Dave helps bring to fruition. His expertise in product-led growth and strategic execution makes him a highly sought-after advisor and partner for founders navigating the complexities of early-stage development and scaling. Dave Clark's commitment to fostering innovation and empowering entrepreneurs solidifies his reputation as a key figure in the venture capital and startup ecosystem.