David Phillips

Dave’s serves on boards is in the following industries:  manufacturing and distribution (medical equipment; industrial fans, tanks, and fasteners; life science diagnostic and treatment products; pet food), real estate development, mutual funds,  record storage, uniform cleaning, health claims processing, management consulting, and SBIC partnerships.

From 1994 to 1999, Dave became the first Chief Executive Officer of Downtown Cincinnati Inc. (DCI), responsible for facilitating the economic revitalization of downtown Cincinnati.  In 1996, Dave and his wife co-founded Cincinnati Works Inc., an organization dedicated to reducing the number of people living below the poverty level by assisting them to strive towards self-sufficiency through work.  In addition, he has served as President/Chairman, Board Member or Trustee for more than 50 business, human service, education/civic, religious, healthcare, and political organizations.

Prior to joining DCI, Dave was with the accounting firm of Arthur Andersen for 32 years. Beginning as a Staff Accountant/Auditor, he retired in 1994 from the position of Firm-wide Managing Partner - Industry (R&D). During his tenure with Arthur Andersen, Dave served numerous community organizations, while holding senior leadership positions with the Firm. Dave is a graduate of the University of Dayton and is the past Chairperson of its Board of Trustees. He has received honorary degrees of Doctor of Humane Letters from the University of Dayton and the College of Mount St. Joseph.

Liane and Dave have three sons and eight of grandchildren. Their favorite pass-time is visiting someplace they have never been.

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