ABOUT DAVID

David Humphrey is an executive coach and advisor who works with founders, owners, and leadership teams on the people side of their business. His approach is practical, conversational, and grounded in real-world experience, helping leaders sort through challenges, strengthen their management habits, and make clear, confident decisions.

He founded DH HR Consulting in 2015 after more than a decade leading global HR at IES Abroad, a nonprofit study-abroad organization. Over the years, he became a trusted partner to small business leaders, coaching them through growth, transitions, and everyday people decisions. In 2026, the practice was rebranded as David Humphrey Coaching & Advising to better reflect the core of his work: one-on-one coaching and practical leadership guidance.

With three decades of professional experience, David has worked with a wide range of organizations, including PR firms, startups, social service providers, and professional services companies. He completed Coach U’s Core Essentials coaching program in 2025, formalizing a coaching approach he had already been using with clients for many years.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Michigan State University and lives in Palm Springs with his partner, Andy, and their two dogs, Mack and Ferris.