I attended preschool at a bowling alley in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Crashing waves of bowling pins and screeching gull-throated leaguers lulled me to sleep on the red low-pile carpet besmirched with the faint smell of stale beer and Pall Malls.
It is here that I defined my personal brand and aesthetic. Fast-forward to art school, stolen bowling shoes would serve as a staple in my sartorial choices. That’s my mom in the photo picking up a spare.
I was a theatre kid that would culminate in starring in an Osh Kosh B’Gosh commercial. Yes, that’s me. “President”–a natural leader from a young age.
During my time at Trader Joe's and Imperfect Foods, I had the privilege of working under David's exceptional leadership. His thoughtful design expertise and managerial skills are truly remarkable. Moreover, David's mentoring goes beyond, generously investing time to inspire growth. His endless creative energy and collaborative spirit consistently impress. While his design wizardry is a constant, his seamless adaptation to startup dynamics sets him apart.
Tegan Harmonay, Sr. Designer at Imperfect Foods / Trader Joe's
I've never been so frequently inspired both creatively and to be my best leadership self than I have when working under David. As a manager, he empowered me and our team to live our creative freedoms. Always open to new ideas and pitches while keeping us grounded in values and goals. he supported my growth within the company, allowing me to take on new tasks and challenges while always remaining close enough to help if I needed it.
Douglas Sullivan, Sr. Copywriter at Flexcar
David was the heart of our team — constantly encouraging us to think big while protecting us from failing too big, proving that he is invested in each of our individual career tracks, and executing any given piece of creative if the team felt overwhelmed — AND doing it while singing us a song or telling us a goofy long-winded story. He never fails to connect with us on a human level and show us constant empathy, and he is always in our corner.
Ali Eddlem, Art Director at Flexcar
David is an exceptionally thoughtful designer, and manager. His diverse skillset and attention to detail, coupled with his powerhouse work-ethic and enthusiasm for design make him the dream creative partner. David is a wonderful mentor and a joy to work with, always willing to share his time to teach and encourage others to grow and learn. I'd be thrilled to have the chance to work with him again.
Angie Garland, Sr. Designer at Imperfect Foods
