Personal Background 

David spent the early part of his career in advertising, working as an account manager for companies that included Doyle Dane Bernbach, Saatchi & Saatchi, and BBDO. He moved to the Twin Cities more than a decade ago and shifted his focus to real estate, where he put his analytical and negotiating skills to work helping people buy and sell homes in the southwest metropolitan area. David works out of the Edina Regional office of Coldwell Banker Burnet, where he also serves as a member of the management and coaching team. David graduated from Dartmouth College. He is married and currently lives in Minnetonka with his wife and son.

Business Philosophy 

David's business philosophy is simple: Strive to deliver a truly positive experience for every client. This is accomplished through careful listening, clear communication, and strong collaboration throughout the home buying and selling process. By working closely with both customers and other members of the Coldwell Banker Burnet team, David encourages the kind of alignment and problem solving that leads to optimal outcomes. At the end of the day, David seeks to deliver the kind of service and support that makes every client a "customer for life."

Education and Training 

Being up to date on market trends and the latest industry practices is an important part of quality customer service delivery. That’s why David takes full advantage of the comprehensive education and coaching program available through Coldwell Banker Burnet including classes taught by some of the most experienced professionals in the real estate industry.

David also notes that he is able to draw on the resources of Coldwell Banker Burnet and its associated companies to deliver a true one-stop-shopping experience for home buyers and sellers. These services include the professional coordination of the home search, property marketing, negotiation of purchase or sale, and coordination of closing details. We also offer home financing through Guaranteed Rate Affinity, title insurance and closing through Burnet Title, rental services, and the services of NRT Insurance, and Burnet Relocation. Customers can also access Concierge services through the Home Resource Center.

Community Service 

David shares Coldwell Banker Burnet's commitment to giving back to the community. Whether it's working with youth, preparing meals for disaster relief, or supporting the local food shelf, this involvement enhances the quality of life for those in need. On a more formalized level, David has participated in community outreach through the Coldwell Banker Burnet Foundation, whose mission is to support housing-related needs of people, at all stages of life, in the communities served. The focus of his recent efforts has been the Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery.

Every sales associate brings a set of skills that encompasses his or her unique personal experiences and educational achievements. This individual background is combined with specialized Coldwell Banker University real estate training to produce highly-competent, well-rounded real estate professionals that are respected in the industry and by their customers.