David Kolodny

David Kolodny

Keynote Speaker: Entrepreneur & Co-Founder at Wilbur Labs

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David Kolodny Biography

David Kolodny is an entrepreneur. Co-Founder of Wilbur Labs, a startup studio turning bold ideas into market-leading companies. Wilbur Labs has built and invested in 21+ companies since 2016. As an expert on building companies, Kolodny loves sharing what he’s learned to help others build companies. He answers common founder questions on the Wilbur Labs Founder FAQ series. Kolodny is a speaker and author of numerous articles in Inc. Magazine, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur Magazine, helping entrepreneurs build companies. Kolodny was featured on the 2020 "Forbes 30 Under 30" list for consumer technology.

Previously, Kolodny worked at Google as a Product Specialist on the Customer Solutions & Innovations team from 2013-2016. Kolodny graduated from the University of Michigan Stephen M. Ross School of Business in 2013.

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David Kolodny Speaking Topics

Building a Company as a Non-Technical Founder

David Kolodny, co-founder of Wilbur Labs, shares how non-technical founders can lean on product and engineering to build and guide successful teams. You may be surprised to learn that not all startup founders are technical by the classic definition of “knowing how to code.” Rarely does a single person know how to code, lead a sales team, manage accounting, review legal documents, and so on. Not knowing how to code shouldn’t stop you from building a company.

When to Launch Your Product

The question of when to launch your product is something startup founders often debate. David Kolodny, co-founder of startup studio Wilbur Labs, addresses exactly how to time a product launch. He’ll share the common founder disposition and how it stands in the way of startup success. You’ll also learn why it’s better to launch your product early and how founders can embrace feedback to build even better products and solutions.

How to Think About Funding

Raising money means one thing: an obligation you make to investors. David Kolodny, co-founder of Wilbur Labs, discusses how to think about funding and what founders should be focused on first.

Focus on:

  • Business planning
  • Product-market fit
  • Generating revenue

Fundraising is no guarantor of success, and if anything, marks the beginning of the journey, not the end. Find out what to prioritize instead and best practices for building a foundation for success.

David Kolodny Videos

Wilbur Labs Founder FAQ Series with Phil Santoro & David Kolodny

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How much does it cost to book David Kolodny for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for David Kolodny, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Kolodny are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Kolodny, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does David Kolodny speak about?

David Kolodny is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Finance and Marketing.

Where does David Kolodny travel from?

David Kolodny generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for David Kolodny?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Kolodny for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Kolodny for your next private or corporate function.

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David Kolodny is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Finance and Marketing. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Kolodny for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. David Kolodny generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda, Brendan Kennedy and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Kolodny for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/03/2025.

David Kolodny Speaking Topics

  • Building a Company as a Non-Technical Founder

    David Kolodny, co-founder of Wilbur Labs, shares how non-technical founders can lean on product and engineering to build and guide successful teams. You may be surprised to learn that not all startup founders are technical by the classic definition of “knowing how to code.” Rarely does a single person know how to code, lead a sales team, manage accounting, review legal documents, and so on. Not knowing how to code shouldn’t stop you from building a company.

  • When to Launch Your Product

    The question of when to launch your product is something startup founders often debate. David Kolodny, co-founder of startup studio Wilbur Labs, addresses exactly how to time a product launch. He’ll share the common founder disposition and how it stands in the way of startup success. You’ll also learn why it’s better to launch your product early and how founders can embrace feedback to build even better products and solutions.

  • How to Think About Funding

    Raising money means one thing: an obligation you make to investors. David Kolodny, co-founder of Wilbur Labs, discusses how to think about funding and what founders should be focused on first.

    Focus on:

    • Business planning
    • Product-market fit
    • Generating revenue

    Fundraising is no guarantor of success, and if anything, marks the beginning of the journey, not the end. Find out what to prioritize instead and best practices for building a foundation for success.

David Kolodny Videos

Wilbur Labs Founder FAQ Series with Phil Santoro & David Kolodny
  • How do I book David Kolodny to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David Kolodny for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for David Kolodny, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for David Kolodny or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book David Kolodny for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for David Kolodny, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Kolodny are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Kolodny, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does David Kolodny speak about?

    David Kolodny is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Finance and Marketing.
  • Where does David Kolodny travel from?

    David Kolodny generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for David Kolodny?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Kolodny for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Kolodny for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Kolodny or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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