David Hsu
David Hsu is the Founder and CEO of Retool, which he established in January 2017. Under his leadership, Retool has revolutionized software development by enabling rapid creation of internal tools, facilitating over 500,000 apps. The company has secured substantial funding and serves major clients including Amazon, DoorDash, and Mercedes Benz.
Career Milestones
- Co-founded Retool in 2017 and has served as CEO since its inception.
- Led Retool to a $3.2 billion valuation, empowering the creation of over 500,000 applications.
- Secured major funding rounds, including a $45 million Series C2 in 2022.
- Drove innovation through the expansion of Retool’s offerings, including AI-based tools and Retool Vectors.
- Guided Retool’s growth to serve leading companies such as Amazon, DoorDash, and Mercedes Benz.
- Continues to shape the future of internal tool development through a focus on efficiency and accessibility.
About Retool
Retool is a low-code platform that enables businesses to rapidly build internal tools, custom applications, and workflows. It serves a diverse range of companies, from startups to large enterprises, including developers and operational teams. Retool's key differentiator is its ability to accelerate development by offering a drag-and-drop interface with pre-built components, while still providing the flexibility for custom code, significantly reducing the time and effort required to create essential business software.