capital · May 16, 2026
Dave Merkel Remains CEO of Expel in 2026
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Dave Merkel continues as CEO and co-founder of Expel in 2026. Merkel co-founded the company in May 2016 alongside Yanek Korff and Justin Bajko. Expel provides managed detection and response services and has raised $301 million from investors including Section Partners, Burda Principal Investments, and Cisco Investments. The company employs 484 people and holds a $1 billion valuation.
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