David grew up sailing and racing with his family on Long Island Sound. At age 17, he formed a company that provided on-board sailing lessons, boat management and long–range deliveries. At age 23 David acquired his USCG 75-ton Ocean Operators license. For the last 30 years, David has volunteered his expertise with yacht clubs and racing organizations teaching ocean racing preparation, seamanship, and navigation. After living in Marion, MA and cruising and racing his C & C 40 throughout the northeast for over 30 years, he and his wife Diane sold the family home in 2021 to live aboard their Gulfstar’49 in Jacksonville, FL.