David is a recognized industry leader with over 35 years of experience as a Global Technology and Business Operations executive, known for delivering sustainable growth and operational efficiencies across diverse organizations worldwide. As a senior level executive, he has successfully led complex global organizations and consulted with companies of all sizes, leveraging advanced technology solutions to achieve measurable cost reductions and enhance efficiency and brings a unique perspective from both sides of the desk. With an MBA and Ph.D. from George Washington University in Global Leadership & Strategy, David is a respected expert and published author in the technology field. His leadership in transforming Del Monte Foods’ IT division earned him and his team a spot on Information Week’s Top 500 list, ranking #27. He has been honored as one of the most influential IT executives in the U.S., and his achievements were further celebrated with an invitation to ring NASDAQ’s Opening Bell. David also contributes his expertise as a board member for several philanthropic and professional organizations, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the Association of Information Technology Professionals.As a Consultant, Interim, and Fractional Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Operating Officer, (COO) full time Senior Leader, David brings extensive experience in critical projects, management change, and IT organization to tech-dependent businesses across various industries. With a focus on improving security, enhancing revenue, reducing costs, providing strategic direction and planning, managing mergers and acquisitions, and improving underperforming technology teams and technology investments. In addition to experience as the CIO for Norwegian Cruise Lines and The National Hockey Leauge, David has served as an advisor to private equity firms, their boards, and portfolio companies to improve revenue, resolve modernization issues, mitigate security risks, develop and implement strategy, and as their go-to turn around guy. Additionally, he has improved technology security postures and compliance for the aforementioned. David has specific expertise in Travel & Leisure, Consumer Products, Healthcare, Manufacturing, IT Services and Customer Centric Organizations.With over 30 years of experience in the industry and a career spanning both sides of the desk, David brings a unique perspective to leadership, mentoring, innovation and driving success within organizations.