David Abshire, M.Ed.
About David Abshire, M.Ed.
David Abshire, M.Ed., serves as the Senior Program Success Manager and Career Coach at Merit America, where he manages a team of career coaches and leads initiatives to enhance program effectiveness. He has a diverse background in higher education and career development, with previous roles at Texas Christian University and Ohio University.
Current Role at Merit America
David Abshire serves as the Senior Program Success Manager and Career Coach at Merit America, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages and mentors a team of mid-level career coaches, focusing on their skill development and optimizing their performance. He leads multiple high-impact projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance program effectiveness and learner outcomes.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Before joining Merit America, David Abshire worked at Texas Christian University as the People & Program Manager from 2016 to 2019. He also held various roles at Ohio University, including Graduate Assistant, Instructor, and Graduate Student Supervisor from 2014 to 2016. His experience in these positions contributed to his expertise in higher education administration and program management.
Career Development and Coaching Expertise
David specializes in empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential through personalized career coaching and guidance. His commitment to creating positive workplace environments and expanding access to education and career training is evident in his mentoring approach and the results achieved by his teams.
Educational Background
David Abshire earned his Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education Administration from Ohio University, studying from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which he completed from 2009 to 2014. His educational background supports his roles in program management and career coaching.
Professional Journey and Roles
David's professional journey includes various roles in recruitment and community management. He worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Jefferson Frank from 2019 to 2020 and served as the Assistant Community Director at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for six months in 2013-2014. He also held positions at Merit America as Employer Partnerships Manager and Program Success Manager & Career Coach before his current role.