David Edelstein

David Edelstein is a seasoned professional who has carved his career at the crossroads of digital and financial services, specializing in enhancing customer experiences for underserved segments while driving business growth.

David's journey began at McKinsey in Brazil, where he devised innovative solutions for mobile operators to offer financial services, followed by a stint at Microsoft, where he pioneered embedded financial services and the initial pre-paid computing model, securing two business process patents.

Over the years, David has dedicated himself to constructing mobile-centric financial services, particularly focusing on empowering micro- and small businesses. In his recent role at Level, David and his team positively impacted the lives of numerous microenterprises by offering transformative financial services.

An advocate for teamwork and innovation, David thrives in environments with brilliant, motivated individuals. He has a track record of assembling highly skilled and successful teams with a strong emphasis on continuous learning, a practice he upholds in his current position at First Fed, where he showcases the potential for community banks to blend localized trust with digital solutions to enchant customers.

David Edelstein pursued a Master of Public Administration with concentrations in Economics and Public Policy at Princeton University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Environmental Science from Colby College.

His professional journey includes leadership roles such as Chief Innovation Officer at First Fed, CEO and Co-Founder of Level, Senior positions at Caribou Digital, and executive roles at Grameen Foundation, Microsoft, McKinsey & Company, and various other impactful organizations within the digital and financial services realm.