Blue Horizon Project
The Blue Horizon Project is a new initiative from Chamber of Progress to restore tech optimism in the Democratic Party and reset the relationship between Democrats and the technology sector. Democrats used to be the party of innovation and technological advancement, but in recent years some Democrats took a hostile turn against tech.
In reality, Democratic voters have never been anti-tech, and Americans overwhelmingly like and rely on the services the technology sector builds. The Blue Horizon Project is not about being “for” or “against” technology— it’s about ensuring Democrats see technology as a tool for building prosperity, lowering costs, and keeping America competitive on the world stage.
Dave Vorland
Senior Director, Head of Blue Horizon Project
Dave Vorland leads the Blue Horizon Project at the Chamber of Progress, where he works to reset the relationship between Democrats and the technology sector. As a seasoned national security and communications executive, he brings deep expertise in policy, strategy, and coalition-building to this effort.
Dave served as an appointee in both the Obama and Biden Administrations, most recently serving as Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space and Missile Defense Policy, overseeing U.S. policies on space warfighting, missile defense, and international partnerships. Previously, as Special Assistant to the Deputy Secretary of Defense, he advised on military modernization, support for Ukraine, and innovation initiatives to strengthen America’s competitiveness against China.
Beyond government service, Dave has led technology advocacy and consulting efforts, including as Executive Director of the Alliance for Commercial Technology in Government, where he advanced policies to bring innovation into federal procurement.
Dave holds an M.A. in International Relations from the University of Chicago and a B.A. in Political Science from Iowa State University. He lives in Washington DC with his wife and son.
