Dave Nixon considers himself a builder and a fixer at his core. He passionately follows his life’s calling to do “work with purpose” beginning with the “Why?”
His career spans 30 years of problem-solving experience, across many industries and sectors. Today, Nixon continues to creatively answer difficult business issues while generating a positive impact for society – primarily helping people achieve positive outcomes.
Nixon was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio. He attended University of Cincinnati to study architecture and design and University of Dayton for visual communication design.
Nixon stays active, logging countless miles cycling and racking up meters on the water as a rower. He also enjoys fixing, restoring, driving or riding anything with wheels.
Meet the rest of the Charles L. Shor Foundation team
Our team brings deep expertise across philanthropy, nonprofit partnerships, and strategic investment.
CHARLES L. SHOR
Founder and Chairman
GABRIEL "GABE" RUTH
Investment Analyst
MICHAEL BERGHAUS
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
MACHANDA GOLDSON
Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO
SERGIO PASCUAL QUINTAS, J.D.
Director of Operations