Dave Yasuda

Dave Yasuda has a diverse work experience spanning over several positions and industries. Dave began their career as a Senior Marketing Manager at Chef America, where they were responsible for overall marketing direction. Following this, they worked as a Marketing Consultant at Yasuda & Associates, providing strategic and marketing plan development. Dave then served as the Managing Director at Mediaphex, where they worked on digital e-business and new media solutions. Dave later joined Wirestone as the New Business Director, identifying and securing new business for the organization. Dave also worked at highzoot as a Consultant, writer, director, and producer, developing business and marketing strategies for clients. Dave was the General Manager at Oliver Russell, a full-service marketing agency, where they managed all aspects of the agency's operations. Dave further expanded their experience as the Director/Producer at Monster Productions, LLC, where they produced an independent feature film. Dave later joined Balihoo Creative as the General Manager, developing comprehensive marketing communications for clients. Dave then moved on to The Marketing Distillery, serving as the SVP Creative Services, leading strategic, creative, and client service efforts. Their most recent role was with Agri Beef Co. as the Director of Marketing, Ecommerce, where they were responsible for content creation strategy and implementation for the company's consumer ecommerce business.

Dave Yasuda attended Sierra Nevada College from 2017 to 2020, where they earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Creative Writing Nonfiction. Prior to that, from 1977 to 1981, they studied at the University of Idaho, graduating with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business/Marketing.