David Young

About David Young

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in leading effective teams in operational and administrative functions within top-tier firms in the professional services industry. Skilled in connecting and driving positive outcomes across organizational functions and hierarchies. A creative thinker adept at designing structures and systems to enhance efficiencies while providing financial value. Experienced in implementing organizational strategies across multiple locations nationwide. Proven advocate with a track record of creating programs and events that contribute to a positive organizational culture.

Experience

1. Practice Group Manager

   Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

   Aug 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Provide practice group management for the Corporate, Development, and Finance Departments to include 19 practice groups consisting of over 160 attorneys. Core competencies include:Business & Operations Managemento Assist in developing and implementing practice group strategy and annual business plans.o Coordinate meetings, communications, and projects across the group.o Support marketing, client initiatives, and process improvement efforts.Financial Managemento Monitor and report on financial performance, budgets, and key metrics.o Collaborate with Finance and Business Development on pricing, billing, and collections.o Ensure sound financial practices within the practice group regarding financial spend and ROI.o Monitor time recording within the group to ensure daily entry and good habits/guidelines are followed.People Managemento Partner with PGLs and HR on hiring, onboarding, and staffing.o Assist in managing workload distribution and utilization of attorneys and staff.o Support professional development and morale events, coach/mentor as needed, and support the performance review processes.Leadership & Collaborationo Act as a liaison between PGLs, Department Charis, Firm leadership, and administrative departments.o Assist the PGLs in identifying and developing emerging and future leaders.o Act as a consensus builder to facilitate and implement firm, Department Chair, and PGLs initiatives/goals.o Promote the Firm’s core values, client service standards, best practices, and strategic initiatives.

Education

• Cornell University

  Psychology of Leadership

• NeuroLeadership Institute

  Brain-Based Communication Skills

• Marymount University

  MS

• Cornell University

  Financial Management

• Dale Carnegie Training

  Leadership

• West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  BS

• NeuroLeadership Institute

  Brain-Based Coaching Conversations

Skills

• Analysis
• Leadership
• Organizational Development
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Program Management
• Customer Service
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Litigation
• Change Management
• Government
• Contract Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Process Improvement
• Public Speaking
• Business Process Improvement
• Legal Research
• Performance Management
• Negotiation
• Corporate Law
• Training
• Vendor Management
• Coaching
• Leadership Development
• Risk Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Human Resources
• Management Consulting
• Policy
• Strategy