After graduating, then starting and selling several businesses, Dave founded Paragon Wealth Management. Over 35 years later, his company has survived and thrived in some of the most difficult investment markets in history. Paragon Wealth Management has received numerous awards including Advisors with Heart, NABCAP Premier Advisor five times and the Best of State Investment Advisor thirteen times. In addition to managing Paragon, on January 3rd, 2022 Dave was sworn in as Mayor of the City of Orem. Dave is the father of five children and grandfather of ten. He has traveled extensively around the world. He enjoys hunting, fitness, adventure travel, the outdoors and spending time with his fam