About
David Chi is a Managing Partner and analyst at Abdiel Capital Advisors, LP in New York, where he has been a key member of the investment team since 2016. At Abdiel, he focuses on fundamental, long-term investments in publicly traded companies, with a particular emphasis on those positioned to capture market share and sustain growth over extended periods.
With expertise in applied mathematics, David is deeply involved in the research and analysis of high-conviction equity investments, particularly in sectors such as technology, internet, and software, reflecting the firm’s strong bias toward market leaders and disruptors. His investment process emphasizes in-depth, concentrated research and a disciplined, long-term perspective.
David graduated summa cum laude from Yale College with a B.A. in Applied Mathematics. Before joining Abdiel, he held leadership positions at innovative organizations, including Managing Partner at Dorm Room Fund and Executive Director at Elmseed Enterprise Fund, demonstrating his strong background in venture investing and entrepreneurship.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdiel Capital | Analyst, Partner | Jun 2016 to Present | Abdiel generally invests in the equities of publicly traded businesses that are likely to gain market share over long time periods. It prefers to invest in companies managed by people who take the qua... |
| Abdiel Capital | Intern | May 2014 to May 2016 | Summer analyst in 2014 and 2015. |
Education
Yale University
Applied Mathematics
Others at Abdiel Capital Advisors, LP (4)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States |
G Geoff Gentile | Managing Partner | United States |
 | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Partner | New York, NY , United States |