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Don Basile is a technology executive, investor and entrepreneur with a background spanning technology, finance, enterprise computing and emerging technologies. Over the course of his career, Don Basile has worked with technology companies and investment opportunities across areas including data infrastructure, cloud computing, mobile technology, graphene and other high-growth sectors.

Beyond his professional work, Don Basile has a longstanding interest in emerging technology and consumer innovation. An admitted gizmophile, he closely follows new developments in electronics, computing and consumer gadgets and enjoys exploring how new technologies move from experimentation into everyday use. His interests also include skiing, scuba diving and golf. From time to time, Don shares photographs, videos and observations from his travels, underwater adventures and other personal interests.

As an investor, Don Basile has explored opportunities involving high-growth areas of the technology sector, including social commerce, real-time marketing, cloud data exchange and emerging technology platforms. He has also invested in the development and manufacturing of graphene, an advanced material with potential applications ranging from flexible electronics and energy technologies to biomedical and industrial uses.

Don Basile previously served as CEO of Violin Memory, chairman and CEO of Fusion-io, and vice president at UnitedHealth Group. His professional experience includes leadership roles involving enterprise technology, data infrastructure and technology commercialization.

Don Basile earned both his PhD and MS in electrical engineering from Stanford University. His experience in technology and business has also led to coverage and contributions in publications including Forbes, TechCrunch, International Business Times and The New York Times.

Through DonBasile.me, Don shares articles and perspectives on artificial intelligence, blockchain, computing, graphene, advanced materials, wearable technology and other developments shaping the future of technology.

Don is frequently called upon for his expertise and has been featured in publications including Forbes, Tech Crunch, the IB Times, and the New York Times.