Managed economic development process and projects associated with the development of new industries and new jobs in the city of Seminole. I have a strong interest in helping develop industry clusters in Pinellas County.

Energy consultant specializing in sea level change, energy policy, renewable energy, biofuels, and business clusters. A large number of articles were published by The American Thinker regarding Saudi & Middle Eastern oil supplies and participated in several Florida energy projects detailed below, including speaking at several Gulf Oil Spill Forums, drafting a proposed structure for a Florida Biofuels Cluster, and a proposal for a Healthcare Business Cluster for the Greater Seminole Area.

I am proud to represent HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, the #1 national distributor of individual / family health insurance offering plans through nationally recognized and trusted providers. I offer innovative solutions for small business owners as a cost saving alternative to employer group insurance that result in a better bottom line and happier employees. This new approach is taking the small business market by storm. I also offer consultative services for life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans, and Medicare plans. I personally meet with my clients to understand their needs and help provide objective guidance and solutions. For a free consultation please contact me at 813-389-2692 or email at dberard@healthmarkets.com I am licensed to sell Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Disability in FL (W039709) and NJ (1405797)

The Regional Business Plan Advisory Board is a group of engaged and diverse community, business, workforce and education leaders focused on ensuring that the communities of Tampa Bay make the right investments, create the right policies and build the right infrastructure to support and grow the next generation of jobs that will build sustainable, inclusive and real prosperity.

Captive insurance agent with major carrier specializing in individual insurance, Medicare, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care & Annuities

Created the first standalone clinic to feature a digital motion x-ray of the cervical spine. This powerful diagnostic tool allows people to visualize the instability caused by neck injuries commonly referred as whiplash.

Developed the business case and technology proposal for the largest SAP software installation ever on behalf of Saudi partner Abdullah Fouad Company and offshore US client Sun Microsystems. Established field office in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia to support high technology servers supporting the largest SAP software installation ever installed by German software firm. Developed a technical support staff, marketing support, and operations support staff for Saudi client using English speaking expatriates hired in Great Britain and South Africa. Developed and processed high technology export licenses for Saudi clients in the Middle East, South Africa & Europe. Submitted export license applications personally to Department of Commerce (DOC) and coordinated as needed with Dept. of Defense and Department of State. Received approval of export license for largest system application ever approved by the Department of Commerce.

Executive loan assignment from Exxon Company International (ECI) to Saudi Aramco's oil and gas business line. General Manager of the Saudi oil & gas technology support organization with the largest scientific computing organzation outside the USA.Technology chief of oil & gas business line managing large geoscience organization and technology budget for oil & gas business.Member of two-man team that developed the first Saudi oil & gas technology plan featuring a management process and full range of drilling, exploration, production, and petroleum engineering technologies.

Served as first Technology Manager of Exxon Company International, which was formed to consolidate management of all international oil & gas companies.Management responsibility for technology capital budget and management development of technology managers in 50 countries.Developed protocols for technology planning, and business justification of all major technology acquisitions in the capital budget including benefits capture plan. Directed staff of professionals coordinating Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America with stewardship responsibility to management committee.