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David Oberholzer

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Business Advisor at Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC)
📍 United States

David is a high-tech business development leader with experience in five startups and large multinational firms like Fujitsu. Described by colleagues as a natural leader, he specializes in go-to-market strategy for advanced AI/ML and wireless products. He holds an MBA from Purdue University and Tilburg University, advising businesses on market entry and strategic partnerships.

Outside of work, David is an active supporter of the Purdue ecosystem, serving as a volunteer startup mentor for Purdue Innovates. He keeps up with market trends by watching shows like CNBCs Squawk Box. He also shows interest in digital transformation tools and international trade programs for small businesses.

He has managed customer field trials and commercial negotiations in the US, Taiwan, and Viet Nam.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Business Advisor
Location
United States
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Startup Mentorship
Serves as a Business Advisor for the Indiana SBDC and volunteers as a startup mentor with Purdue Innovates, guiding entrepreneurs and new ventures.
Bringing Products to Market
His career centers on go-to-market (GTM) strategy, building top-tier partnerships and commercial proposals for new high-tech software products.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Business Advisor
Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC)
5-2025
Startup Mentor
Purdue Innovates
11-2019 - 1-2025
Vice President, Commercial Business Development
DeepSig Inc.
12-2012 - 11-2019
Director, N.A. Wireless Business Development
Fujitsu Network Communications
5-2007 - 3-2012
Vice President, Sales and Business Development
AirWalk Communications, Inc.
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Education
2001 - 2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Purdue University
2001 - 2003
MBA
Tilburg University
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