David Benner
- Area President
- Upstate South Carolina
David brings over 30 years of multifaceted experience in business development, startups, administration, manufacturing, and technical equipment sales and distribution. He began his career with a degree in Engineering, and spent 17 years in technical equipment sales. David has also been heavily involved in business development implementation and operational systematization, driving value and leading to successful sales. Additionally, as an entrepreneur, he has over 13 years of experience as a business owner in emerging markets and working with a fractional CEO & COO. His expertise lies in cultural development, business transition, and effectively transitioning businesses to full-time C-Suite executives.
Before FocusCFO
Before joining FocusCFO, David was primarily involved in business development and operations for various companies, often playing an embedded role to ensure successful implementation and increase operational value. His entrepreneurial journey includes starting two businesses that thrived in emerging markets. David's unique skill set, combining his technical background with his business acumen, allowed him to effectively transition the leadership of these businesses to full-time C-suite executives.
- What is your favorite way to spend free time? Family activities, church activities and outdoor activities.
- What is your favorite book? Maximized Manhood, This Present Darkness, The Mitford book series, and the Bible.
- What is something most people don't know about you? I danced on the Start/Finish Line for a NASCAR race, and have been helicopter skiing.
Other Interests
What attracted you
to FocusCFO?
The opportunity to join a team with a proven organized approach to help business owners succeed. I'm excited to continue to learn and grow while adding value to others' efforts in the marketplace.