David helps leaders at all levels communicate more clearly, perform more effectively and inspire the people around them.

Drawing upon more than 15 years of experience in corporate communications and business management, David helps his clients harness their personal and professional resources for peak performance.

David began his career with Ketchum in Washington D.C., and he joined the company's Munich office in 1995. At the agency's European headquarters in London, David was a Director of the Corporate Practice Group. He later led a sponsorship consultancy, helping clients make the most of their engagement with arts and educational institutions.

David trained with and is certified as a trainer of NLP by Dr. John Grinder (the co-creator of NLP), Carmen Bostic St. Clair and Michael Carroll. David trained as a coach with the Coaching Academy, and received Master Coach Certification through the Behavioural Coaching Institute.

David holds a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from Davidson and a Masters degree in Shakespearean Theatre from Essex University. In addition to his work as a consultant, trainer and facilitator, David is an experienced actor and director of Shakespeare's plays.

David founded Total Awareness Coaching in 2004 to help clients embrace the opportunities and responsibilities of leadership - at every stage of their careers.