David Asper

Angel Investor -- ObsessVR, CapLinked, TransitNet ... more! Venture Advisory; GW Investment Institute Board

📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 7 investments📅 11 years investing🗓 Last invested Aug 2016𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
Angel investor🌍 United States
7
Total investments
5
Early stage
1
Mid stage
1
Late stage
11y
Years active

Portfolio

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Pre-Seed/Seed Investor
Aug 2016
GoParrot helps restaurants connect more often and more directly with their guests. We are an end-to-end digital ordering solution with loyalty and marketing capabilities. Our custom websites and branded mobile apps offer best in class delivery, pick up, order ahead, and catering functionality that integrates fully and seamlessly with your POS. GoParrot is proud to work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more.
Seed Investor
Aug 2016
GoParrot helps restaurants connect more often and more directly with their guests. We are an end-to-end digital ordering solution with loyalty and marketing capabilities. Our custom websites and branded mobile apps offer best in class delivery, pick up, order ahead, and catering functionality that integrates fully and seamlessly with your POS. GoParrot is proud to work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more.
Investor; Board of Advisors
Jul 2016
CapLinked’s virtual data room software is used to securely share information between firms and manage multi-party interactions during complex transactions and projects. Dubbed the “go-to place for setting up and closing deals” by the Wall Street Journal, the CapLinked platform includes three distinct product lines that serve the needs of its diverse client base: 1) an enterprise application for larger firms with complex needs and large quantities of data; 2) self-serve accounts for smaller clients who need to safeguard limited amounts of information; and 3) an application programming interface (API) for clients who need to embed robust information security capabilities in their own applications. Thousands of companies in over 113 countries worldwide rely on CapLinked’s enterprise, self-serve, and API product lines. Eric M. Jackson (PayPal’s first head of US marketing) and Christopher Grey (former private equity and investment banking executive) founded the company in 2010. CapLinked is a trademark of CapLinked, Inc. Visit https://www.caplinked.com to learn more.
Pre-Seed/Seed Investor
May 2016
Obsess creates AI-powered virtual experiences that increase customer engagement, brand loyalty & conversion. We have launched 350+ virtual stores and experiences for leading brands such as Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Crate & Barrel, Corona, Unilever, LOréal, Revlon, Mattel, NBCUniversal & more—empowering companies in fashion, beauty, CPG, real estate and beyond to amplify campaign activations, innovate brand marketing and enhance digital sales strategies. We are creating the next-generation e-commerce interface, an engaging, discovery-driven 3D experience that mimics IRL shopping. Virtual experiences incorporate essential e-commerce functionality such as add to cart, and include additive interactive features such as product customization and gamification. Our patented, enterprise-grade 3D rendering technology is the backbone of the Obsess platform. Obsess virtual experiences are built for cross-platform distribution so that brands can increase ROI and extend their virtual footprint across the web, mobile, Roblox and headset devices like Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest. Obsess’ technology has been featured in Forbes, CNBC, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, Vogue Business, WWD, Business of Fashion, Glossy, AdAge and more. Our company is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices across the U.S. and Europe. — Why immersive experiences? Simple. We live in a world that is 3D. Today, immersive technologies are on the brink of rapid advancement—particularly with the continuous enhancement of processors and the acceleration of network speeds worldwide. The integration of 3D digital interfaces, inherently more intuitive and closely resembling human real-life interactions, will expand across the internet extensively, going beyond mere shopping experiences.
Seed Investor
May 2016
Obsess creates AI-powered virtual experiences that increase customer engagement, brand loyalty & conversion. We have launched 350+ virtual stores and experiences for leading brands such as Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Crate & Barrel, Corona, Unilever, LOréal, Revlon, Mattel, NBCUniversal & more—empowering companies in fashion, beauty, CPG, real estate and beyond to amplify campaign activations, innovate brand marketing and enhance digital sales strategies. We are creating the next-generation e-commerce interface, an engaging, discovery-driven 3D experience that mimics IRL shopping. Virtual experiences incorporate essential e-commerce functionality such as add to cart, and include additive interactive features such as product customization and gamification. Our patented, enterprise-grade 3D rendering technology is the backbone of the Obsess platform. Obsess virtual experiences are built for cross-platform distribution so that brands can increase ROI and extend their virtual footprint across the web, mobile, Roblox and headset devices like Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest. Obsess’ technology has been featured in Forbes, CNBC, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, Vogue Business, WWD, Business of Fashion, Glossy, AdAge and more. Our company is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices across the U.S. and Europe. — Why immersive experiences? Simple. We live in a world that is 3D. Today, immersive technologies are on the brink of rapid advancement—particularly with the continuous enhancement of processors and the acceleration of network speeds worldwide. The integration of 3D digital interfaces, inherently more intuitive and closely resembling human real-life interactions, will expand across the internet extensively, going beyond mere shopping experiences.
Investor (pre-merger, Bridge)
Nov 2015
SevenFifty brings innovative technology and data insights to the beverage alcohol industry with next-generation solutions that power the three-tier supply chain. Our people-first approach to technology enables producers, distributors, importers, and restaurant and retail buyers with the tools they need to connect with each other online—and do business in a modern world. We've expanded beyond the revolutionary SevenFifty Marketplace platform we launched in 2011—now the nation’s leading online wholesale marketplace—with a suite of industry-specific software and services that span nearly every area of the business. These include marketing tools for alcohol brands, e-commerce platforms for retailers, business intelligence and white-label data solutions for distributors, and trade publications that showcase the people and ideas moving the industry forward. Founded by industry professionals Aaron Sherman and Gianfranco Verga, SevenFifty now operates in 46 U.S. markets. Interested in joining our team? Check out our open positions at builtinnyc.com/company/sevenfifty/jobs.
Seed Investor
Nov 2015
Bridge is a technology and data-driven solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry. We leverage the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to transform raw data into actionable insights in order to drive bottom-line results for brands, wholesalers, and retailers.
Experience · 9 entries
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Investments (7)
2016
Pre-Seed/Seed Investor
Aug 2016
GoParrot helps restaurants connect more often and more directly with their guests. We are an end-to-end digital ordering solution with loyalty and marketing capabilities. Our custom websites and branded mobile apps offer best in class delivery, pick up, order ahead, and catering functionality that integrates fully and seamlessly with your POS. GoParrot is proud to work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more.
Seed Investor
Aug 2016
GoParrot helps restaurants connect more often and more directly with their guests. We are an end-to-end digital ordering solution with loyalty and marketing capabilities. Our custom websites and branded mobile apps offer best in class delivery, pick up, order ahead, and catering functionality that integrates fully and seamlessly with your POS. GoParrot is proud to work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more.
Investor; Board of Advisors
Jul 2016
CapLinked’s virtual data room software is used to securely share information between firms and manage multi-party interactions during complex transactions and projects. Dubbed the “go-to place for setting up and closing deals” by the Wall Street Journal, the CapLinked platform includes three distinct product lines that serve the needs of its diverse client base: 1) an enterprise application for larger firms with complex needs and large quantities of data; 2) self-serve accounts for smaller clients who need to safeguard limited amounts of information; and 3) an application programming interface (API) for clients who need to embed robust information security capabilities in their own applications. Thousands of companies in over 113 countries worldwide rely on CapLinked’s enterprise, self-serve, and API product lines. Eric M. Jackson (PayPal’s first head of US marketing) and Christopher Grey (former private equity and investment banking executive) founded the company in 2010. CapLinked is a trademark of CapLinked, Inc. Visit https://www.caplinked.com to learn more.
Pre-Seed/Seed Investor
May 2016
Obsess creates AI-powered virtual experiences that increase customer engagement, brand loyalty & conversion. We have launched 350+ virtual stores and experiences for leading brands such as Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Crate & Barrel, Corona, Unilever, LOréal, Revlon, Mattel, NBCUniversal & more—empowering companies in fashion, beauty, CPG, real estate and beyond to amplify campaign activations, innovate brand marketing and enhance digital sales strategies. We are creating the next-generation e-commerce interface, an engaging, discovery-driven 3D experience that mimics IRL shopping. Virtual experiences incorporate essential e-commerce functionality such as add to cart, and include additive interactive features such as product customization and gamification. Our patented, enterprise-grade 3D rendering technology is the backbone of the Obsess platform. Obsess virtual experiences are built for cross-platform distribution so that brands can increase ROI and extend their virtual footprint across the web, mobile, Roblox and headset devices like Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest. Obsess’ technology has been featured in Forbes, CNBC, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, Vogue Business, WWD, Business of Fashion, Glossy, AdAge and more. Our company is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices across the U.S. and Europe. — Why immersive experiences? Simple. We live in a world that is 3D. Today, immersive technologies are on the brink of rapid advancement—particularly with the continuous enhancement of processors and the acceleration of network speeds worldwide. The integration of 3D digital interfaces, inherently more intuitive and closely resembling human real-life interactions, will expand across the internet extensively, going beyond mere shopping experiences.
Seed Investor
May 2016
Obsess creates AI-powered virtual experiences that increase customer engagement, brand loyalty & conversion. We have launched 350+ virtual stores and experiences for leading brands such as Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Crate & Barrel, Corona, Unilever, LOréal, Revlon, Mattel, NBCUniversal & more—empowering companies in fashion, beauty, CPG, real estate and beyond to amplify campaign activations, innovate brand marketing and enhance digital sales strategies. We are creating the next-generation e-commerce interface, an engaging, discovery-driven 3D experience that mimics IRL shopping. Virtual experiences incorporate essential e-commerce functionality such as add to cart, and include additive interactive features such as product customization and gamification. Our patented, enterprise-grade 3D rendering technology is the backbone of the Obsess platform. Obsess virtual experiences are built for cross-platform distribution so that brands can increase ROI and extend their virtual footprint across the web, mobile, Roblox and headset devices like Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest. Obsess’ technology has been featured in Forbes, CNBC, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, Vogue Business, WWD, Business of Fashion, Glossy, AdAge and more. Our company is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices across the U.S. and Europe. — Why immersive experiences? Simple. We live in a world that is 3D. Today, immersive technologies are on the brink of rapid advancement—particularly with the continuous enhancement of processors and the acceleration of network speeds worldwide. The integration of 3D digital interfaces, inherently more intuitive and closely resembling human real-life interactions, will expand across the internet extensively, going beyond mere shopping experiences.
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