David Simas
CEOObama Foundation
Biography
David Simas is the Chief Executive Officer of the Obama Foundation. A native of Taunton, Massachusetts, he was appointed Deputy Chief of Staff to Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick in Simas then joined President Obama’s administration in as a Deputy Assistant to the President, working with senior advisors David Axelrod and David Plouffe. In , he served as Director of Opinion Research for President Obama's reelection campaign. Following the reelection, Simas returned to the White House as Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Political Strategy and Outreach. Simas holds a B.A. in political science from Stonehill College and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. He serves on the national board of directors of OneGoal and lives in Chicago with his wife, Shauna, and their two daughters.
Leading with Purpose: David Simas on Trust, Youth, and the Power of Connection
About the Episode
This interview features David Simas, former CEO of the Obama Foundation and current Managing Director of Research and Impact at Emerson Collective, discussing his career journey, the importance of relationships, leadership values, and the role of youth in decision-making. David shares personal anecdotes and insights on building connections, navigating leadership challenges, and fostering intergenerational collaboration.
Key Takeways
Cultural Fluidity & Core Values: David reflects on his upbringing in a Portuguese immigrant community in Taunton, Massachusetts, which taught him cultural adaptability while staying grounded in core values.
The Power of Relationships: He highlights how mentorship and meaningful connections shaped his path—sharing how a chance meeting with John Walsh opened doors in politics. David emphasizes that every interaction holds potential, and careers often take unexpected turns.
Building Genuine Trust: Trust in professional relationships is built through consistent, authentic behavior. David advises approaching relations
David Simas
Managing Director, Research and Impact, Emerson Collective
Bio Current as of September 25,
David Simas is the Managing Director of Research and Impact at Emerson Collective, where he works to develop in-depth research projects and distributes findings and analysis in service of Emerson’s priorities including democracy, immigration, education, and climate.
A native of Taunton, Massachusetts, David was appointed Deputy Chief of Staff to Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick in He then joined President Obama’s administration in as a Deputy Assistant to the President, working with senior advisors David Axelrod and David Plouffe. In , he served as Director of Opinion Research for President Obama’s reelection campaign. Following the reelection, Mr. Simas returned to the White House as Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Political Strategy and Outreach. In , President Obama selected Mr. Simas to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Obama Foundation. Mr. Simas holds a B.A. in political science from Stonehill College and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. He is the son of two Portuguese immigrants and lives in Los Angeles witDavid Simas
Managing Director of Research and Impact da Emerson Collective
David Simas is the Managing Director of Research and Impact at Emerson Collective, where he works to develop in-depth research projects and distributes findings and analysis in service of Emerson's priorities including democracy, immigration, education, and climate.
A native of Taunton, Massachusetts, David was appointed Deputy Chief of Staff to Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick in He then joined President Obama’s administration in as a Deputy Assistant to the President, working with senior advisors David Axelrod and David Plouffe. In , he served as Director of Opinion Research for President Obama's reelection campaign. Following the reelection, Mr. Simas returned to the White House as Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Political Strategy and Outreach.
In , President Obama selected Mr. Simas to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Obama Foundation. Mr. Simas holds a B.A. in political science from Stonehill College and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. He is the son of two Portuguese immigrants and lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Shauna, and their
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