
David Hollestelle
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Build AI Teams with a Former Meta,Zoom and a16z Talent Leader's Insight
8,295 min coached
1,030 followers
Top Expert
Studied at University of Texas at Dallas
Hiring Manager at Hollestelle Holdings
Successful clients at
Available tomorrow at 1:00 PM UTC
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David's Offerings
Custom hourly · $299/hr
Get help with AI Agents, AI Automation, and .
David also coaches for Venture Capital, Break Into AI Careers, Executive Coaching, AI for Product Development, and Cybersecurity. View all.
David’s free events
Live interactive sessions you can join for free.

Do not let AI scare you I can help!
Jul 10 at 10:00 PM UTC
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The AI Gap Audit
Jul 15 at 10:00 PM UTC
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David’s Build with AI Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Vice President
David has helped clients get into these companies:
Welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in talent acquisition and a deep understanding of AI and machine learning, I am well-equipped to guide you through the complexities of building with AI. My background includes roles at top companies like a16z, Meta, Intuit, and Zoom, where I specialized in recruiting and developing AI talent. As the Principal at Hollestelle Holdings, I have partnered with industry leaders such as Allstate, Cisco, and RingCentral to create tailored growth strategies. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in coaching to further enhance my ability to support your journey. Let's connect and explore how I can help you achieve your AI ambitions!
David can help with:
AI Agents
AI Automation
AI Ethics & Responsible AI
AI Fundamentals
AI Graphics Creation
AI Podcast Creation
AI Research
AI Tools & Integration
Prompt Engineering
David also coaches for Venture Capital, Break Into AI Careers, Executive Coaching, AI for Product Development, and Cybersecurity. View all.
About David
I have over 15 years of experience recruiting and leading teams for companies like a16z, Meta, Intuit, Zoom and others. I understand the hiring process and what is said and done during the hiring process. I am also a dedicated professional coach, I am passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their full potential. Currently, I am pursuing my Master's degree in Coaching at the University of Texas at Dallas, with an expected completion date of 2026. This program, accredited by the International Coach Federation (ICF), equips me with the latest coaching competencies and best practices. I am also on the path to obtaining ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) certification. This means I coach by outlined ethics outlined by the ICF. With a focus on individuals in tech, venture capital (VC), and private equity (PE) careers, I am dedicated to providing personalized coaching services that help professionals navigate their career journeys effectively. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their strengths, set meaningful goals, and achieve lasting success.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I know firsthand the transformative power of guidance and support. When I transitioned out of the military, it was the coaches and mentors in my life who helped me navigate the uncertainty, uncover my strengths, and chart a clear path forward. Their impact not only accelerated my career growth but also revealed my true passion: empowering others to achieve their goals and realize their potential. Coaching allows me to pay that experience forward and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Work Experience

Talent
Meta (Facebook)
December 2024 - July 2025
Hiring Manager
Hiring amazing AI & ML talent

Talent Acquisition Consultant
Intuit
June 2024 - December 2024
Hiring Manager
Intuit is a global technology platform empowering customers and communities to overcome their most important financial challenges. With products like TurboTax, QuickBooks, Credit Karma, and Mailchimp, Intuit serves millions worldwide, working to ensure everyone has the opportunity to prosper.

Principal
Hollestelle Holdings
March 2024 - Present
Hiring Manager
Hollestelle Holdings is a professional services firm specializing in holistic business growth strategies. We partner with clients to create tailored solutions in talent acquisition and marketing communications. Clients Served: Allstate, Cisco, Intuit, and RingCentral and Meta

Recruiting leader
Andreessen Horowitz
April 2022 - February 2024
Hiring Manager
a16z, also known as Andreessen Horowitz, is a venture capital firm that invests in tech companies. a16z focuses on funding startups and early-stage businesses with high growth potential across various sectors like artificial intelligence, healthcare, and consumer products.

Principal Recruiter
Zoom
July 2021 - April 2022
Hiring Manager

Senior Sales Recruiter
Zoom
February 2020 - July 2021
Zoom is a leading platform for modern video communications and collaboration, providing reliable, easy-to-use solutions for video and audio conferencing, messaging, and webinars.
Education

University of Texas at Dallas
Masters of Science, Executive Coaching
2025 - 2026
I am currently pursuing my Masters degree in coaching to help supplement my coaching business I have now.

The Wharton School (UPenn)
N/A, People Analytics
2016 - 2016
Grade: 4.0 Certificate in People Analytics.
58 Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
Knowledge
5.0
Value
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Supportiveness
5.0
David has helped clients get into these companies: