David Crist

David Crist is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in community development and therapeutic horticulture. Currently serving as a Team Leader at Strong Future International since January 2013, David focuses on building customer bases and sales forces. As the Founder of Community Resource Foundation since October 2003, David trains and advises personnel in integrated, self-sustaining models of community development programs. Previous roles include Horticulture Therapist at Daytop Village Inc. from September 1987 to December 1995, and at Rhinebeck Country School from 1979 to 1987, where David provided therapeutic activities for recovering substance abuse clients and neuro-diverse children, respectively. David holds a B.A. in Psychology from Barrington College and several certificates in community development and disaster management.