President 2000-2002
After completing his Ph.D. at Colorado State University, David began his professional career with New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, where he remains. In this position he conducts research on NM native fishes and is involved with recovery and management efforts for state- and federally-listed fishes. A member of DFC for more than 20 years, he served as Area Coordinator for New Mexico (Upper/Middle Rio Grande) and Student Awards chair before becoming DFC president.