David Boliek

David Boliek Jr. is a prominent figure associated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). He currently serves as a member of the UNC-Chapel Hill Board of Trustees, having been elected to this position in 2019 and re-elected in 2023 with a term set to end in 2027.7 Boliek previously served as the chair of the Board of Trustees from 2021 to 2023.13

Professionally, Boliek is an attorney and partner at Williford, Crenshaw, Boliek and Frangakis LLP in Fayetteville, North Carolina. His legal practice focuses on litigation and healthcare consulting, particularly in the allied health field.8 Prior to his legal career, Boliek worked as a journalist, political consultant, and public relations professional.8

Boliek has strong ties to UNC-Chapel Hill, having graduated from the university with a bachelor's degree. He also holds a law degree and an MBA from Campbell University.4 During his tenure on the Board of Trustees, Boliek has been involved in several significant initiatives:

1. He led reforms to the university's budget process and established an audit and risk management committee.25
2. He was instrumental in creating the university's first Audit Committee and eliminating the university's operating deficit.2
3. Boliek was involved in the controversial decision regarding tenure for journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones.6
4. He supported the creation of the School of Civic Life and Leadership at UNC-Chapel Hill.57

In 2023, Boliek announced his candidacy for the position of North Carolina State Auditor as a Republican.45 He received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump for this role.7 If elected as State Auditor, Boliek would need to resign from his position on the UNC-Chapel Hill Board of Trustees.7

Boliek is described as a committed Christian who serves as an elder in his church. He is an Eagle Scout and a former youth sports coach. He has been married to his wife Haden for 30 years, and they have four children.2