Dave Nixon
Charles L. Shor Foundation
Washington, DC USA
"Be uncomfortable—get used to it. Comfort is status quo and status quo doesn’t solve problems."
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Dave's work combines: Non-Profit Organizations, Business, and Helping People
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Architecture and Design
University of Cincinnati
Graduate Degree
Graphic Design
University of Dayton
Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
I went to design school and started my career as a graphic designer, but I realized I was drawn more to solving clients' problems than creating the designs themselves.
2.
As technology evolved, I combined my creative and analytical sides by helping businesses build digital products and solve complex challenges.
3.
I built a career in Silicon Valley, connecting ideas, people, data, and AI to create meaningful impact.
4.
When someone described me as a "builder and fixer," I finally understood the thread that connected my career, my hobbies, and my purpose.
5.
I had volunteered with charities throughout my career, and reflecting back on that, I decided I wanted to spend the next part of my career helping people, not just selling products.
6.
I took a leap from tech into philanthropy to help build a foundation from the ground up and turn big ideas into lasting impact.
7.
Today, I help create opportunities that change the trajectory of people's lives through philanthropy, education, and workforce development.
