David Shapira brings experience in connecting business needs with innovative innovation and advanced technical solutions. He has experience working with startup ecosystems and supported the integration of new technologies into operational frameworks.
David co-founded several deep-tech ventures with global industrial and defense clients, including Rimon Technologies-a mixed reality platform for manufacturing sectors. His expertise lies in scouting and integrating dual-use and defense-grade technologies, particularly in AR/MR applications. His research in surgical AR/MR at Imperial College London has earned him recognition in academic and professional circles, including a TEDx talk and co-authored scientific publications.
David holds both BSc and MSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering from ETH Zurich. His experience spans defense innovation, venture building, and R&D strategy, making him a uniquely qualified advisor on military technology commercialization. He is fluent in German and English, with working proficiency in French, Italian, and Hebrew.
