David Whelan
About David Whelan
David Whelan is the Senior Vice President at Asurion, with a background in finance and mechanical engineering, and extensive experience in management and research roles.
Asurion SVP David Whelan
David Whelan has held the position of Senior Vice President (SVP) at Asurion since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing significant aspects of the company's strategic initiatives and operations. Given his extensive background in management and consultancy, Whelan brings both experience and expertise to his current position at Asurion.
Previous Role at Bain & Company
Before joining Asurion, David Whelan worked at Bain & Company from 2001 to 2017, where he served as a Partner. During his 16-year tenure at Bain & Company, Whelan was involved in numerous high-level consulting projects, providing strategic advice and solutions to clients across various industries. His work at Bain & Company solidified his reputation in consultancy and management.
Experience with British Petroleum
David Whelan has also gathered valuable experience from his time at British Petroleum (BP). He initially held the position of Research Engineer from 1996 to 1999. Later, he served as a Brand Manager from 1999 to 2000. These roles allowed him to develop a deep understanding of engineering processes and brand management within a major multinational corporation.
MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
David Whelan earned an MBA in Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, studying from 1999 to 2001. This advanced education in finance contributed significantly to his competencies in strategic financial management and business operations, enhancing his qualifications in the corporate sector.
Mechanical Engineering Degrees
David Whelan holds both a Master of Science (MS) and a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his MS from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1994-1996) and his BE from University College Dublin (1990-1994). These degrees have equipped him with a strong technical foundation, which has been instrumental in his various professional roles.