Hi, I'm David Kierzkowski - Co-Founder & CEO at Iconic
I am an entrepreneur obsessed with turning raw ideas into market-defining technology. I thrive in the chaos of the startup world, where product vision meets strategic execution to create lasting scale.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Successfully executed two major exits via product-driven acquisitions at Google and Audacy.
Currently leading a new venture as Co-Founder and CEO at Iconic.
Provides veteran-level mentorship on startup scaling, exit strategy, and technical product architecture.
🚀 Career trajectory
Founding Foundations
Co-founded TapClicks, establishing early expertise in product development.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ Product Development
Corporate Scaling
Scaled enterprise solutions while driving major exits at Google and Audacy.
✦ M&A Experience
✦ SVP Leadership
Current Venture Phase
Leading Iconic while evolving previous experience into new market innovations.
✦ CEO
✦ Founder
💪🏻 Superpowers
Venture Architecture
Building scalable business models from zero to acquisition.
✦ Proven track record of navigating complex corporate M&A cycles.
✦ Systematic approach to ideation and early-stage product validation.
Strategic Product Vision
Bridging the gap between technical complexity and user needs.
✦ Translate abstract market opportunities into concrete product roadmaps.
✦ Align cross-functional teams toward unified long-term product objectives.
High-Growth Leadership
Cultivating momentum in fast-paced startup environments.
✦ Drive aggressive growth while maintaining lean operational excellence.
✦ Foster high-performance cultures within rapidly scaling organizations.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring strategic partnerships with fellow founders within the Key ecosystem.
✦ Seeking insights on emerging market trends to inform future venture iterations.
✦ Connecting with high-signal individuals to exchange operational best practices.
I can help with
✦ Providing mentorship to early-stage founders navigating the product-market fit phase.
✦ Offering advice on the intricacies of venture exit strategies and negotiation.
✦ Sharing tactical frameworks for scaling product organizations within constrained environments.
I would love your help on
✦ Gaining perspective on effective talent acquisition strategies for technical teams.
✦ Exploring alternative funding models to support long-term venture sustainability.
✦ Identifying cross-industry collaboration opportunities for upcoming project phases.