David is president and CEO of PCMA.

Prior to joining PCMA, David served as Global Head of Government Affairs, Public Policy, and Advocacy with global pharmaceutical company Viatris. He is a veteran public affairs leader known for his sophisticated understanding of the intersections of policy, politics, and business. David has earned a reputation as a persuasive storyteller, guiding industries and organizations as they position themselves as trusted thought leaders.

He was previously Managing Principal of the Podesta Group, a leading Washington, D.C. public affairs firm, where he launched the strategic communications practice and led the firm’s advocacy work for dozens of clients, including Deloitte, Mylan, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, CrossFit, the golf industry, BP, Wells Fargo, and many others.

David was previously the Staff Director of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee and also served as the Staff Director of the Select Committee that investigated the government’s response to Hurricane Katrina.