Product
David Cihelna
Technical Product Leader
AI / Web / Game / R&D
I build robust, innovative tech products and experiences, especially where AI, real-time, and creative engineering intersect. I lead products, shape technical strategy, architect systems, and love R&D projects. As a 2X founder, I also consult startups, brands and entrepreneurs on technical strategy, bridging strategy and execution.










Core skills
Technical Leadership, Strategy, Product Management, Entrepreneurship
Interests
R&D, AI & Emerging Tech, Prototyping, AI Pipelines/Integrations, Fullstack Web, Visual Technologies
Background
University of St Andrews (Masters), New York University (Masters), CUNY, Climatebase
Virtual Production
Miyavi 5.0
Product
Living Murals
Production
LukAI: All-Star Week
Strategy
Rocabarra Cliffs
Production
Kelly Marie Tran
Production
Lion Babe: Replicas
Product
Svrround
Product
Generative Art Maker
Virtual Production
Need For Speed
Product
dime.space
Strategy
TrendTok
Prototype
Safe Streets Simulator
Features and Further Reading
- The Verge Feature + Interview
- Coinbase Launch Coverage
- I'm on the SIMA Impact Awards Selection Jury, Apply!
- NYU Tandon Teaching Workshop Sign Up (July 2025)
- Get a TLDR; on your Home Inspection...
- Feature and Interview in TPI Magazine
- The Combine Startup Accelerator Demo Day
- Neural Networks and Deep Learning Certificate