David has over 25 years of experience in health and community services sectors including senior leadership roles. He has authored several state-level policies and implemented major programs strategies related to seniors, crime prevention, graffiti prevention, and drugs and alcohol. With experience planning and delivering responses to complex social issues, David has developed a deep understanding of social policy and areas of specialization like criminal justice, drug and alcohol programs, and crime prevention. He holds various post-graduate qualifications and has consulted on projects evaluating graffiti prevention strategies and researching alcohol sales to Aboriginal people.