Dave is the Founder and Operator of Asset Performance Institute (API). He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Combat Veteran who served over multiple deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan (2008-2012). Post military career, he spent many years in Business Development working to help companies solve complex problems. With his additional background in marketing and exercise science, he turned his experiences and expertise to coaching and education.

Dave founded API to help serve those in our community. With the goal to bring science backed knowledge and a practical application approach, his goal is to ensure all of our athletes are receiving the best training. Whether you are a recreational runner, D1 athlete or high school prospect, we are here to serve you!

Notable trainees and accomplishments:

Contractor and Coach for the United States Army Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program.

Development of Run 101 course taught to troops

Helped to install first implementation of the H2F program for the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)

The first Human Performance Coach in H2F program history to deploy TDY and train troops overseas (Estonia and Germany)

Individualized one-on-one coaching for numerous infantry officers to prepare for, and ultimately pass, the Range Assessment and Selection Program. Officers are currently serving at 75th Ranger Regiment

Currently serves as a provider for Warriors’ Ascent, a Kansas City based non-profit for Veterans and First Responders battling PTSD

Former Special Forces (Green Berets), Apache helicopter pilots, and Rangers -Individualized training and consultation

Coached D1 Power Five level athletes, high school and collegiate track runners, professional fighters, and more

David has a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Science from The University of Kansas. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).