Dave is a Principal with Clayton Investment Associates. He began his career in the Financial Services business in 1997 with A.G. Edwards & Sons before forming Clayton Investment Associates in 2010. With over 27 years of experience, Dave focuses on client relationships, wealth management, retirement and education planning as well as estate planning strategies. Dave works closely with investors to develop a comprehensive plan that seeks to address clients’ needs and suitability requirements. Dave attended St. Louis Country Day School before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Dension University in Granville, Ohio. Dave currently lives in Brentwood, Missouri with his wife, Mary Ellen, and their three children; David Jr., Claire and Michael. Dave is active with youth hockey in St. Louis and has been a coach for over 20 years.