Dave is a dynamic speaker, leader, and entrepreneur.

Dave’s formal studies are in Business Management, Coaching, and Adult Education. He received his MA in Adult Education and Workplace Learning from Texas State University.

At the age of 22, Dave was the youngest Dale Carnegie® Instructor ever certified. Over the past 30 years, Dave has been the Dale Carnegie® Sales Manager for Vancouver, Canada; Regional Manager for Oregon/SW Washington; and he is currently the President of Dale Carnegie Training of Austin/Houston, Texas. During his time with Dale Carnegie®, Dave has received ongoing international recognition as a premier trainer, and in 2007 he won the prestigious “Global Trainer of the Year” award (out of 3500 Dale Carnegie trainers worldwide).

Dave has conducted over 5000 sessions throughout North America and has been a featured speaker at the Dale Carnegie® International Convention five times.

Dale Carnegie Austin/Houston clients include a variety of industries and organizations, with programs delivered to both the employees and leadership of numerous companies, including: Dell Technologies, Texas A&M, Hess Corporation, CITGO, Electronic Arts (EA), Sewell Automotive, and Baylor College of Medicine.

As of January 2017, Dave also sits as a board member for Independent Petroleum Association of America as they continue to expand their commitment of education outreach.