David works at the intersection of law, technology, philanthropy, and public health, helping navigate issues related to technology, AI, and data licensing; cross-sector partnerships; AI governance; and intellectual property strategy. As Associate General Counsel at the Gates Foundation, he advises on and negotiates agreements related to intellectual property, technology, global access, and strategic collaborations across the Foundation’s global health, development, and AI initiatives. His work focuses on structuring partnerships that accelerate innovation while expanding equitable access to technologies and health interventions around the world. Prior to joining the Gates Foundation, David was a partner at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, where he represented clients in complex intellectual property, AI, data, and technology transactions and product counseling issues.
