Background

Dave brings over 12 years and $1.5 billion of experience in progressive investment underwriting, portfolio management, and capital markets to the forefront of ORKA Holdings. He is known today for successfully raising and closing a private equity fund for banking institutions seeking economic returns and CRA credit. Prior, he co-managed a core separate account for CalPERS after successfully navigating the nation’s largest investor’s RFP process. He relies on his visionary skillset for creating financially-driven plans for investment decisions today.

Dave is passionate about, most of all, acquiring, rehabilitating, and managing real estate investments for his partners – interested investors today.

Interests

When not in the office, Dave loves to tinker in the garage, plan unusual ski trips, and cook without recipes.  He and his wife, Megan, live in Corona Del Mar, CA, close to family and friends.

Fun Facts

  • Learned metal fabrication & welding at age 10
  • First car was a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport
  • Spent 14-days in a RV driving around Japan’s ski resorts
  • Growing up, never had a summer off from the family business

Education

B.S. in Business Administration from University of Southern California

Chartered Financial Analyst

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