David Schwartz
Angel investor in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
David Schwartz, Angel investor in Chicago is an active investor based in Chicago, Illinois. This profile covers what David Schwartz backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. David Schwartz is a Co-Founder and serves as Chief Executive Officer & Chairman at Waterton. Prior to co-founding Waterton in 1995, he was a vice president of acquisitions for Equity Residential Properties Trust (EQR-NYSE) and was with AMLI Realty Co. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He is a member of the executive committee and a former chairman of the National Multi Housing Council (NMHC). He serves on the Global Board of Directors and is a Global Governing Trustee of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and is a former chair of the ULI Multifamily Blue Council. He is also a board member of the Columbia Business School Real Estate Forum, the Merrllville Metals Recycling Board, and the Jewish Federation of Chicago Board, where he is the 2025-2026 Annual Campaign Co-Chair. He is a member of the Pension Real Estate Association (PREA) and serves on the Advisory Council for the Pritzker School of Medicine and the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Chicago. He is also a member of the Strategic Advancement Committee for the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage Venture
- Invests in
- SaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailClimate & EnergyPropTech & Real EstateTravel & HospitalityImpact & Social Enterprise
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Typical check
- $500K
- Past investments
- 1
Notable investments
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does David Schwartz invest in?
David Schwartz invests in SaaS & Enterprise, Consumer & Retail, Climate & Energy and PropTech & Real Estate, typically at Early Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does David Schwartz invest at?
David Schwartz typically invests at Early Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is David Schwartz's typical check size?
David Schwartz typically writes checks around $500K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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