David W. Nelson

David W. Nelson is currently serving as Chief of Staff at the National Restaurant Association, a prominent business association for the restaurant industry. Previously, David held positions at Spencer Stuart as an Associate in Hospitality & Leisure and served as Deputy Social Secretary in the Office of the Vice President at The White House. David's extensive experience includes significant roles at the National Restaurant Association in various capacities, overseeing executive office operations, board governance, and crisis communications during the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier professional experiences include leadership in protocol and operations at the Embassy of Switzerland and event management at the National Archives Foundation. David holds a B.A. in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland and has a strong background in governmental and hospitality sectors.