Summary
David O'hara is a seasoned technology and business leader with 17 years of experience scaling consulting operations and building high-performing teams at Improving, where he has served as Principal, VP of Consulting, President and now Regional Director. He blends executive leadership, business development, and hands-on knowledge of enterprise software delivery to align strategy with execution and deepen long-term client partnerships. As host of The Improving Edge podcast and a Founding Member of the Forbes Dallas Business Council, he amplifies practical leadership insights and fosters industry dialogue beyond the boardroom. His board roles at United Texas Bank Dallas and Terra Arma reflect a knack for governance and growth strategy across financial and product-focused businesses. Unusually for a technology executive, his early academic path in biology and neurology informs a systems-oriented curiosity that drives continuous improvement and people-centered culture.
17 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Integral Leadership Program, Integral Leadership Program at Stagen Leadership Academy
Zoology, Neurology (minor), Zoology, Neurology (minor) at Miami University
University of Texas at San Antonio
Hillsborough High School
Medina High School