David Chen
Investor Relations Lead · Datapile
David Chen leads investor relations at Datapile and works directly with the venture firms and angel networks featured in our database. He spent five years at AngelList helping syndicate leads structure deals, and prior to that worked on the platform team at First Round Capital. David writes on cold outreach, investor psychology, and how founders can build authentic investor relationships at scale.
Areas of Expertise
Investor RelationsCold OutreachSyndicatesAngel NetworksDeal Structuring
Education
Stanford University
Experience
11+ years
Articles by David Chen
- Education · Dec 22, 2025Who Are Called Angel Investors? Complete Guide to Angel Investing (2025)Learn who angel investors are, what they do, and how they differ from VCs. Complete guide covering angel investor definition, characteristics, and how they fund startups.
- Market Analysis · Dec 12, 2025How Many Angel Investors Are in the United States? 2025 Market ReportComplete analysis of the US angel investing market. Discover how many angels are active, where they invest, and how the market has evolved.
- Fundraising Guides · Jan 22, 2025How to Raise a Series A in 2025: The Complete Founder's PlaybookEverything you need to know about raising a Series A in 2025. Covers metrics, timelines, pitch process, term sheet negotiation, and the mistakes that kill most rounds.