A New Chapter for Angel City Data
A New Chapter for Angel City Data
New Leadership | The Same Commitment to Beautiful Business Software.
For more than two decades, Angel City Data has helped businesses work smarter through thoughtfully designed, custom software. Along the way, we’ve built something we’re incredibly proud of: lasting relationships, a talented team, and a reputation for putting our customers and their businesses first.
As we look toward the future, we’re excited to welcome Simon Chen, who has acquired Angel City Data and will lead the company as President. Simon steps into this next chapter with a deep appreciation for what makes ACD special and a commitment to building on its success. Simon brings over 25 years of experience using technology innovation to drive business results for organizations ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 100.
Honoring Our Founder
Since founding ACD in 2004, David Knight has helped turn it into something much more than a software development company. From our roots in the Claris FileMaker community to the thousands of systems we’ve developed across industries, David has fostered a culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and lasting relationships. We’re deeply grateful for all he’s built and pleased that he’ll continue to lend his experience and guidance during this transition to new leadership.

David Knight Founder of Angel City Data, Inc.
What Stays the Same
While this marks an important change for ACD, the heart of who we are remains the same. Our customers can continue to expect the thoughtful approach, personal attention, and quality of work that have defined us from the beginning. You’ll keep working with the same developers and designers you know, led by directors who have been with ACD for 10 to 20 years.

Simon Chen Owner | President
“ACD has spent more than two decades earning its clients’ trust, one system at a time, said Simon Chen. I’m grateful to David for picking me to shepherd ACD into this next era. My job now is to carry that craftsmanship forward with this talented team and give our clients even more ways to grow.”
To our customers, partners, and the Claris community that has been such an important part of our story, thank you for the trust you’ve placed in us. We’re proud of where we’ve been, grateful for the people who got us here, and excited for everything still to come.