Overview:

David is an executive coach specializing in professionals looking to take their professional and personal life to the next level. Whether his client is a first-time manager or a C-Suite executive, he brings all his 35+ years of firsthand business experience (e.g., JPMorgan Chase and Capital One) to every session in the unapologetic pursuit of his clients’ goals. His work spans many industries, from plant operations and manufacturing to financial services and capital markets. David’s background also includes government, small business, and non-profit. His formal education is from some of the nation’s most prestigious institutions including the Harvard Business School and Georgetown University. David offers a trusting connection with clients. He “speaks the same language” and understands clients’ specific job requirements, work pressures, and organizational culture, all in a very practical way.

Throughout David’s formal career he continually coached and developed his peers and direct reports while simultaneously delivering top business results. Results include the transformation of a failed systems conversion, the acquisition of $10+ billion in assets, etc., and the development of proprietary learning and development course materials. His executive coaching began in earnest post-Georgetown University, in early 2019. Clients include Fortune 500 and pre-IPO tech companies, financial services and 401(k) providers, a leading federal agency, a global game and entertainment company, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Philosophy:

 David coaches with an open, approachable, client-first approach, believing each person has the power to develop a customized plan for their future. He sees coaching as a partnership – with the client bringing expertise in their professional background and personal strengths, and David bringing skillful and respectful questions that encourage self-exploration. If his clients desire, David also offers practical guidance derived from three decades of business experience and the best thinking of academic and business leaders. All of this is done without fluff or “Ivy Tower” psychobabble. If it works in the real world, then it is offered to clients. Results are what matter and David’s clients achieve exceptional results.