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David is a 2-time USA Diving National Champion, 7-time NCAA All American, Big Ten Champion, 2-time World University Games Bronze Medalist, FINA High Diving Silver Medalist, and Red Bull Cliff Diving Champion. He’s currently traveling the world competing from 90ft platforms and cliffs in the sport that he loves, and he’s spreading his message of courage, resilience, and joyful fulfillment with communities that share his passion for learning and growth.

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His multi-media presentations captivate audiences and teaches them the value of one of his most important frameworks for success: Awareness, Intention, Action. Whether you’re a student athlete trying to balance the rigors of athletic and academic demands, an entrepreneur struggling to break through in your market, a loving friend or family member trying to show up and be there for those you care about, or anyone struggling to find meaning, passion, and success in their life, this message speaks to you.

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David's experiences in the world of diving have taught him invaluable tools that help him conquer his fears in and out of the water, make an impactful and positive change in the communities he is a part of, and turn obstacles into opportunities no matter what life throws at him. He talks through tools like mindfulness and breathwork to achieve clarity, reducing anxiety and stress by focusing on only what you can control, and how to develop grit and what it means to live courageously. He turns the theoretical into practical with easy-to-follow exercises and implementable tools to start living a more fulfilled life today.

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Whether you cross paths with David in daily life, see him compete or reach out to him as a fan, book him as a speaker for your next event, or hire him as a performance expert, consultant, or coach, it's sure to be a transformative and positive experience. He teaches and lives his mission statement, "Daily discipline creates courageous leaders that serve others."