David Messenger

Executive Chairman
Lianlian Global

As Executive Chairman of Hangzhou-based LianLian Global, David is now focused on helping merchants around the world successfully start and grow their cross-border eCommerce businesses. LianLian Global strengthens the growth of over 1.2 million e-commerce stores across the globe through its platform, which provides payments and other services, including marketing and compliance services.


David previously founded Nuna Network (acquired by LianLian), Mast Mobile (acquired by Hearsay), and was a senior executive at several companies, including American Express (where he led a major strategic partnership with LianLian) and Virgin Mobile USA (successful IPO and acquired by Sprint).  He was also a principal at Towers Watson and Price Waterhouse, leading major M&A integrations and transformation projects. David is a proud father, angel investor, and sailing enthusiast.