David Nikzad, a successful entrepreneur and investor, has made a name for himself over the past 2.5 decades by investing in various industries, including real estate, wellness, and technology. He started his career by organizing techno-based parties bringing top DJs to nightclubs in DC, and then left the mainland to work on a retreat center in Maui, Lumeria. Currently, he is the CEO of Orthogonal Thinker Inc., a family holding company that invests in innovative startups.

David's family venture fund, Reinmkr Satsang, has provided initial funding for companies such as Vidyard, Betterment, and Wefunder. He has also personally incubated companies through Orthogonal Thinker, including SuryaSpa, MauiRaw, and Pure Mushrooms. Additionally, the company holds secondary shares in anchor companies such as Airbnb, Republic, and Equipment Share.

Recently, David turned his attention to mental wellness by creating his latest startup, Ei.Ventures. The company aims to create a new standard of mental wellness through developing psychedelic therapeutics, medicinal mushroom formulations, and unique treatment protocols and delivery mechanisms. His expertise in investing, incubating, and running successful companies has made him a sought-after professional in the industry.

In his personal life, David is hyper-focused on his children, who live in Hawaii. He is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for mental health, who is continually exploring new opportunities to make a positive impact in the world.