David Stafford

Global Solutions & Customer Success

David Stafford is a CEO and co-founder of UX Writers Collective, a renowned figure in the world of UX writing. He has an extensive background in tech leadership and customer success, having held key positions at top companies including Dropbox, VMware, and Cisco.

With a passion for designing with words, David is a prolific podcast host, running the popular Writers of Silicon Valley podcast. His educational background includes executive programs at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, as well as studies in computer science, business management, and economics at Northwood University.

Having previously served as VP of Global Solutions & Customer Success, Head of Enterprise Solutions, and other significant roles at Dropbox, David brings a wealth of experience in driving customer-focused strategies and product management. His tenure at VMware and Cisco further solidifies his expertise in IT architecture and business development.

David Stafford's career has been marked by a dedication to enhancing user experiences through strategic use of language, making him a thought leader in the UX writing space and a valuable asset to any organization looking to optimize its customer interactions.

Highlights

Dec 17 · twitter

In my narrow experience, people are attracted to ambition and competence. That ambition could literally just be “I want to be good at my job,” whatever that job is. It doesn’t necessarily mean career trajectory.