About Saint City Consulting

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David’s career encompasses extensive experience in incident command and crisis management, with operational roles in nationally significant events such as the Republican National Convention, Super Bowl LII, NCAA Final Four, presidential inaugurations, and major professional sporting events. He has also held key leadership positions during complex emergencies, including his service on the regional Incident Management Team during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he supported crisis action planning, continuity of operations, and interagency coordination at the city, regional, and state levels.

In addition to his operational leadership, David serves as an adjunct instructor with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), where he teaches Department of Homeland Security / FEMA incident management and leadership courses to public safety professionals across the nation. His instructional approach emphasizes applied learning, coaching and mentorship, and scenario-based decision-making designed to prepare leaders for the complexities and uncertainties of emergency planning. He regularly designs and facilitates large-scale tabletop and discussion-based exercises focused on emergency preparedness, command and control, and cross-jurisdictional coordination.

David holds a Master of Professional Studies in Emergency and Disaster Management from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Criminal Justice concentration from the University of St. Thomas. He is a Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) and holds multiple FEMA incident management certifications.

Beyond his professional and academic work, David has shown a long-standing commitment to community service and governance, serving on several boards of directors for local nonprofit and charitable organizations. His work is guided by a values-based leadership philosophy centered around integrity, mentorship, and public service, reflecting his dedication to safety consulting.