Members of the Weber State University National Advisory Council represent a diverse group of technology executives and entrepreneurs, including leaders from Veritec Ventures, WiZR, WarrantyHive, and Canyon Bridge. These individuals leverage decades of experience in venture capital, artificial intelligence, and global business expansion to support the university's mission.
David Hall's Innovation Record
David Hall, a member of the National Advisory Council, serves as the Chairman of Hall Labs, the Chief Executive Officer of Medic.life, and a Partner at Veritec Ventures. Based in Alpine, Utah, Hall holds an MBA from Rider University, a Master of Science of Engineering from Brigham Young University, and a Drafting Certificate from Utah Valley University.
Hall has amassed more than 850 granted and pending patents throughout his career. As the former President of Novatek, he oversaw the development, patenting, and commercialization of hundreds of technologies that generated billions of dollars in revenue. His previous leadership roles include serving as President of Intelliserv, Inc., President of NovaDrill, Inc., and as General Manager and Vice President of Research and Development at Smith Megadiamond, Inc. Hall was named an honorary degree recipient by Weber State University in 2016.
David Carter's Tech Ventures
David Carter, also a member of the National Advisory Council, serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of WiZR and as a CEO and Partner of Zuma Partners/Ventures. Operating out of Santa Monica, California, Carter holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Weber State University.
Carter has over two decades of experience in founding and funding companies within the artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), security, analytics, and venture capital sectors. He previously served as a Business Development Manager at HP and founded several technology companies, including Vertical Technologies, Thoughtstar, and S5 Wireless. Carter is also one of the founders of Amplify.LA and has been featured in publications such as Forbes and the Financial Times.
Mikel Chertudi's Corporate Leadership
Mikel Chertudi, a National Advisory Council member, is the Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of WarrantyHive and Peak Experience Partners. Located in American Fork, Utah, Chertudi earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Business from Weber State University.
Chertudi has over 20 years of experience in brand building and driving demand, having held significant roles at Adobe and Omniture. He has also overseen growth for Ancestry.com and the marketplace unicorn Guild. Chertudi is a former Student Body Officer and former BE Ralph Nye Lecturer at Weber State University. His philanthropic efforts include supporting the WSU CATapult Scholarship Fund and other university initiatives.
Ray Bingham's Global Impact
Ray Bingham, a member of the National Advisory Council, is a Co-Founder and Partner of Canyon Bridge. Based in Woodside, California, Bingham holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Weber State University.
Bingham has a career spanning more than 35 years in high-tech, chemical engineering, and hospitality real estate development. From 1993 to 2005, he held various leadership positions at Cadence Design Systems, including Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer, and Executive Chairman. During his time at Cadence, he expanded the company's global presence into markets including China, India, and Russia through 19 acquisitions.
In addition to his business leadership, Bingham is the founder of the Silicon Valley Education Foundation and has served on the board of the National Parks Conservation Association. He was recognized as an honorary degree recipient by Weber State University in 2006.
Council Expertise Summary
The National Advisory Council members collectively represent a wide array of academic and professional achievements. From the patent-heavy portfolio of David Hall to the global expansion strategies of Ray Bingham, these leaders contribute specialized expertise in innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology to the Weber State University community.
