David Pride is a professional speaker, social media strategist, and Huffington Post contributor with vast experience in creating engaging social media content for an array of clients. He is the Chief Relationships Officer of Social Impressions, a Social Media Marketing Agency that has managed over $3,000,000 in social media ad spends. As a professional speaker, David has inspired audiences with his informative and entertaining speaking engagements that focus on overcoming long seasons of hurt and challenge, keeping a positive attitude, and social media marketing. David's personal story as a cancer survivor, caregiver for his mother during her journey with Alzheimer's Disease, and young entrepreneur have endeared him to many while inspiring them to pursue their dreams.

David has studied liberal arts at Southern Maine Community College and Media Studies and Sociology at University Of Southern Maine. He has held various roles throughout his career, including member of the editorial team of JONAA at JONAA, Journal of the North Atlantic & Arctic, Motivational Speaker at Social Impressions, Social Media/PR Specialist at Burgess Advertising & Marketing, Sales Manager & Social Media Manager at Portland Harbor Hotel, Uniform Sales Professional at Cintas, Social Media Director at Chipco International, Corporate Sales Manager at Eastland Park Hotel, Programs and Promotions Developer at Portland Press Herald, and Creator at Angry Fish Music Festival.

David's memorable hairstyle and big smile coupled with his expertise in social media have made him stand out in his career. He is passionate about inspiring people to set goals and pursue their dreams no matter what adversity and challenges lie in their path.