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A passionate business educator and innovator, David helps businesses and organizations succeed by developing, equipping, and empowering their people.

 

David’s extensive research on managerial leadership behavior, organizational culture, and enterprise technology makes him a powerful asset for business leaders looking to solve problems, build teams, and improve performance. 

An experienced consultant and coach, David is the founder and principal at Wendworks where he serves CEO's, entrepreneurs, and senior leaders by guiding them on their path to success.  David has been actively involved in multiple startups, family businesses, and brings more than a decade of Fortune 500 corporate experience. He has supported hundreds of independent business owners, corporate leaders, and knows what it takes to build lasting relationships through meaningful solutions.  

As a Convene's first Chair in Austin Texas, David engages business owners and CEO's to inspire business performance with an eternal perspective.  David's Convene group members work in fellowship to profitably grow their businesses, build their leadership skills, and develop their people through peer-to-peer collaboration and one-to-one coaching.

David earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Tyler, specializing in Organizational Development and Change Management and is a member of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology. He earned his MBA through the University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire and holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. David also earned a bachelor’s degree in Theater Arts from Carleton College in Northfield Minnesota. 

In addition, David is a Certified Financial Planner and a Chartered Financial Consultant who has been featured in national publications including Financial Advisor IQ, US News and World Report, MarketWatch, and Thrivent Magazine. 

David is an active volunteer business mentor for the Austin Texas chapter of SCORE and is a member of Abiding Love church in Southwest Austin.

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Recommendations

Kyle Molin

Financial Consultant, Crossroads Group

David possesses a rare combination of interpersonal skills and PhD-level knowledge of a great many things (college planning, specifically, as it relates to my interaction with him). He is brilliant, but relatable. His brain works more quickly than most people, but he does not display an ounce of arrogance or condescension toward anyone.

Tim Kulesha

Entrepreneur

Dave is one of the most gifted critical thinkers I have come across. In addition to his critical thinking Dave shows up to every business endeavor with the customer front of mind. Dave's commitment to unwavering excellence shows up on a daily basis which pushes all those around him to their maximum potential.

 
 

ABOUT CONVENE

Convene’s mission is to connect, equip and inspire Christian CEOs and business owners to grow exceptional businesses, become higher-impact leaders and honor God. Through peer-to-peer and executive coaching insight. Growing toward increased personal and business impact. Leading to an ultimate Kingdom legacy.

 

COACHING

David Macauley provides one-on-one advisory meetings with the CEO/Owner/Senior Executive(s) of client organizations. These meetings are designed for the client or their representative to discuss current issues or concerns with Dr. Macauley. through his advisory process, Dr. Macauley helps clients discern actions to maximize his/her personal and professional development, strategic execution, servant leadership and stewardship capabilities.

 

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