David Willard

David Willard is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in application security, engineering, and operations. Currently serving as Director of Application Security at Ahold Delhaize, David has formerly held senior positions at a payment authentication startup, OppFi, Verint, and other organizations, demonstrating a strong background in software development, infrastructure management, and DevOps practices. David has successfully managed large vendor budgets, facilitated migrations to modern data solutions, and led diverse engineering teams to drive innovation in product development and operational efficiency. Educational credentials include studies at Western Illinois University and Columbia College Chicago.