David Sackman Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, CA, US

Los Angeles, California, US

Los Angeles, California, US

• As CEO and Chairman of Material+ (formerly LRW), I transformed a local marketing research company into a global leader in insights-based consulting, design, technology, and integrated marketing, driving its growth from.
• Sales Leadership: Developed a successful sales model to drive double-digit, sustained organic growth, as well as led 12 acquisitions that fueled growth additionally, growing from $5MM to $370MM.
• Strategic Transformation: Transitioned from a local marketing research firm to a global insights-based consulting and integrated marketing leader.
• Growth Strategy: Achieved significant organic growth and integrated 12 synergistic acquisitions to support the company's strategic transformation.
• Navigating Economic Downturns: Successfully navigated the company through the Great Recession and the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in single digit sales declines and double-digit EBITDA growth in each downturn.
• Global Brand Partnerships: Worked with leading brands such as Disney, LEGO, Nike, Apple, Microsoft, establishing relationships with 15 of the top 20 global brands.

Van Nuys, California, US

As the Executive Chairman and Founder of AppliedVR, I harnessed insights and innovations from Material+ to establish AppliedVR, aiming to tackle significant societal issues through virtual reality. My contributions were pivotal in spinning off IP and expertise, spearheading the initial funding, and strategically steering the company as chair, leading to.

As an experienced executive coach, I provide invaluable guidance and mentorship to business leaders and professionals. Leveraging over four decades of executive leadership, I offer expertise in strategic planning, innovation, sales management, financial planning, and board governance. My coaching empowers individuals and organizations to navigate.

Los Angeles, CA, US

I serve on this board, contributing to the development of the interdisciplinary Masters Degree in Social Sciences, advising on the VR Lab's creation, and providing seed funding for a data science minor within the Ethnic Studies major. My efforts focus on enhancing data science skills among under-represented students.

Washington, DC, US

Irving, Texas, US

Current member of YPO GoldFormer member of YPO Beverly HIlls Chapter

Camarillo, California, US

Served on the board of DEX, a company initially focused on low-tech repairs before evolving into a high-tech reverse logistics firm. DEX specializes in the repair and manufacturing of electronic and electro-mechanical technologies, such as MRI machines and wind turbines, marking a significant transformation in its industry footprint.

Board member for SMC, a company that offered business opportunities to “mom and pop” entrepreneurs, growing from $25MM to $135MM. SMC's successful growth strategy led to its sale to a strategic buyer.

Los Angeles, CA, US

I served on this board, offering his expertise to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. My involvement supports the center's mission to inspire and educate the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Board member at Royce Medical, a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of orthopedic products, including patented orthopedic braces. The company offers a wide array of products such as braces, supports, synthetic casting, and more, catering to orthopedists, hospitals, and other medical professionals, culminating in its sale to private equity.

Los Angeles (headquarters), CA, US

Board member for Robbins Bros, a prominent chain of engagement ring superstores known for celebrating a century of facilitating "yes" moments. The company has a rich history of offering a vast selection of engagement ring styles, also culminating in a sale to private equity.