David Gilbert is an entrepreneur, operator, and investor with over 20 years of experience building and scaling companies, including a long career in technology.

He is the CEO and Partner at Proven, a consulting firm providing fractional executive advisory services, outsourced accounting, and HR to construction, trades, and real estate companies. As a serial founder and operator, David has completed multiple acquisitions, including Proven, Hales Engineering, and North Point Property Management, and is actively pursuing additional lower-middle-market deals.

David brings a practical perspective shaped by hands-on operating experience and a deep understanding of what it takes to run and grow durable, owner-operated businesses.