David Etzwiler
The Siemens Foundation is committed to economic, social, and racial justice for all in the United States. Under David’s leadership, the Foundation has focused its efforts in three areas: advancing workforce training, reducing health disparities, and creating a more sustainable world. The Foundation’s flagship initiative, EVeryone Charging Forward™, is a $30 million, 10-year initiative creating pathways to well-paying, sustainable jobs in the EV charging sector for individuals from underserved communities. The initiative recognizes the United States has unprecedented economic, environmental, and national security opportunities that will only be achieved by including everyone in our economy.
David’s leadership has frequently been at the intersection of business, government, and philanthropy. He spent thirteen years with Medtronic, Inc., most recently as Vice President of Community Affairs, and Executive Director, Medtronic Foundation. A graduate of Northwestern University, David earned his Master of Public Policy from The Claremont Graduate University in California and his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from the University of Minnesota Law School. Prior to taking on leadership roles in the field of philanthropy, David practiced law, with an emphasis on charitable giving, estate planning, and non-profit management.
