I’ve spent 25 years building and leading creative, brand, and product teams at Vimeo, Square, Microsoft, Amazon, Edelman, and Etsy. I’m a hands-on creative at heart, just as energized by selling the idea, writing the story, or directing the work as I am by setting the vision, coaching teams, and partnering with c-suite. That mix of maker energy and executive perspective is where I do my best work.

Long before I led teams, I was making things: zines, records, art shows, books. Punk rock and DIY culture taught me how to build from nothing, chase an idea until it came alive, and rally people around a shared vision. Sociology taught me why that approach works: creativity thrives where people feel safe, seen, and inspired. That combination of empathy and hustle still fuels every project I touch.

It’s the through-line of my career: create boldly, lead with heart, and build brands that aren’t just noticed, but remembered. You’ll find a few projects that embody that spirit below.

Dave's one of those rare creative leaders who combines taste, strategic rigor, and real operational leadership. His energy, conviction, and passion for the work were genuinely infectious across the company. He wasn't just executing he was shaping how Vimeo showed up in the world and how creativity functioned as a growth driver inside the business.

— Charlie Ungashick, CMO at Vimeo

He isn’t afraid to take big swings and make incredible work that’s beyond what’s expected and are literally things folks want to hang on their walls.

— James Schonzeit, Head of Product Design at Square

Dave is one of the most human centered leaders - always keeping his awareness fixed on the people who he leads, the people he works with, and the people that would benefit from the work.

— Dushane Ramsey, Head of Marketing, The Gap

He has an unparalleled passion and care for our customers. He’s the kind of partner and collaborator researchers hope for.

— Carol Camilleri, Research Lead at Square

I can easily say he is the BEST manager I have ever had. He truly leads with kindness and consistently uplifts, encourages and helps guide all of those around him.

— Rachel Hatley-Starnes, VP of Design and Culture at Willow Tree