What Happens at Golf Camp
The memory came flooding back well before we teed off. I couldn't shake the horror; I nearly quit the game after it happened.
I'm David—a writer, golfer, stewarder, & believer
By day, I steward Calm Capital with a close friend and coach young homeschool golfers. In between, I write fiction occasionally and reflections on business, leadership, and faith more regularly.
I write to friends when something’s worth sharing: insights on leadership, reflections on faith, thoughts on business, and the occasional golf story. Sign up and I’ll let you know when there’s something.
Notable writings
I Blame Tiger (Woods)
I watched Tiger transform from a lanky junior champion to a fit Masters champion. Inspired by him, PGA wannabes hit the gym. I did too.
Margin
I have immense pleasure in having met many leaders and creators. The biggest challenge they face is not having enough margin in their lives.
Worth It
A devious grin stretched across the boy's face. He turned to us and said, 'totally worth it.
Barnacles of life
Barnacles don't only grow on boats—they come as negative thoughts, doubts and fears we hold onto, weighing us down if we don't let them go.
Repositioning
The new position of your brand can't live in an old mindset. Customers must have a new story to tell about the product.
Entries
Run, ran, had run
Hello, friends.
It’s a been a little while since we caught up. How was your summer?
Our family was
I Blame Tiger Woods
Most golfers didn’t work out with weights when I was young. I grew up admiring a generation of world-class
Agency, hope, and momentum
Hello, friends.
How have you been? It’s been active on my end over the last couple of months.
March
Leadership Lessons from Major Dick Winters
Have you ever heard of Major Dick Winters? He seems to cross my mind every year as we go celebrate
Do this
Hello, friends.
Last month, Sandhills Highlanders Golf started its second season. It’s impressive how much our team has expanded—
Level Up
Hey, friend.
Feels like I’ve been on the go a decent amount since the holidays. Marty and I took
A call to margin
Hey, friend.
After several months of strategic planning prep, leadership retreats, and board meetings, Marty and I thought we’d
Short Stories
Work Experiences
C0-Founder & Managing Partner
Calm Capital
2020 - Present
Founder
Honestly
2014 - Present
Co-Founder
CrewPay
2019 - 2024
Co-founder
LOFT
2018 - 2024
Co-Founder
FanPack
2012 - 2016
Co-founder
Magnetic Ideas
2012 - 2015
Founder + Copywriter
West Hall Media
2008 - 2012
Mini tours and teaching
Pro Golfer
2000 - 2004