Hey! I'm David.

Versatile Designer, Experienced Leader, & Post-Exit High-Growth Founder.

Product Design · 2018–2024

Adalo App Builder

As design founder, I led all product design for Adalo’s App Builder, crafting an intuitive no-code platform that empowers anyone to build apps.

Product Design · 2018–2019

App Development Agency

In building the first no-code development agency, I designed custom apps for real clients, gaining invaluable insights that shaped the foundation of Adalo’s platform.

Product Design · 2013–2018

Second Street Promotions Platform

The Second Street Promotions Platform redesign made it easier for media companies to create and manage custom campaigns and send daily newsletter & breaking news emails.

Content Design · 2018–2024

Adalo Product Marketing

In Adalo’s Product Marketing, I crafted engaging content to showcase new features and empower makers with the skills to succeed in their app-building journey.

Branding & Web Design · 2018–2024

Adalo's Website & Brand

I designed Adalo’s logo, brand, and website to strike the perfect balance between technical and friendly, making everyone feel empowered to build an app.

Content & Web Design · 2020

The Future Is No-Code Series

The Future Is No-Code was a dynamic eBook and video series project where I combined expert insights, sleek design, and interactive content to explore the possibilities of a no-code future.

Branding & Web Design · 2017–2019

Innovate Everything Blog

Innovate Everything is a blog project that dives into design and entrepreneurship, sharing insights and practical advice to inspire and inform innovators and creators.

A Quick Intro

I'm David — a designer, founder, and exited high-growth startup leader with a passion for creating and building. Currently based in St. Louis, Missouri.

With a career that bridges architecture, product design, and entrepreneurship, I’ve spent the last 15 years shaping digital experiences and empowering creators. My journey began in architecture, where I honed my eye for design, detail, and user experience. Transitioning into digital product design, I applied these skills to develop intuitive, impactful interfaces that put user needs at the forefront.

In 2018, I co-founded Adalo, a no-code platform that democratized app development, empowering over a million users to bring their ideas to life without needing to code. As Adalo’s CEO and Design Lead, I guided our team in building a high-growth, industry-leading, VC-backed startup that captured significant market share and scaled rapidly. With a focus on user experience, I led Adalo from inception to a successful acquisition in 2024, cementing its place as a leader in the no-code movement and contributing to the platform’s mission of making technology accessible to everyone.

Today, my unique blend of design expertise and entrepreneurial drive gives me a holistic perspective on creating exceptional products that align with business strategy. From brand identity and product vision to team leadership and strategic execution, I’m passionate about harnessing the power of design to drive meaningful impact and inspire innovation across industries.

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