David Campbell
Professional Summary
David is an experienced executive and business coach with more than 20 years in leadership, military service, consulting and organisational development. His coaching blends strategic thinking, structured problem-solving and a deep respect for the human side of leadership. He helps clients step back from pressure, test their assumptions and reconnect with their vision and values. Leaders value his direct yet supportive style, which encourages honest reflection and builds confidence for meaningful, lasting change.
As the author of The Grand Adventure of Business, David brings practical insight to leaders and business owners seeking clearer systems, strategy and purpose. His military background provides strong grounding in discipline, resilience and high-performance environments, which he translates into simple, actionable frameworks. David works with executives, entrepreneurs and teams to strengthen communication, improve decision-making and align around shared goals.
Focus Areas
- Executive and business leadership
- Strategic clarity and purpose
- Mindset, resilience and adaptability
- Team communication and collaboration
- Career and leadership transition
- Operational excellence and systems thinking
- Values-based leadership and decision-making
Experience Supporting
- Executives and senior leaders navigating complexity
- Entrepreneurs and business owners scaling sustainably
- Leadership teams improving collaboration and alignment
- Individuals seeking clarity during transition or career realignment
- Professionals strengthening confidence and communication
- Defence-experienced leaders moving into corporate environments
Sectors Experienced In
• Federal Government
• State and Territory Government
• Defence and National Security
• Corporate and Private Sector
• Transport and Infrastructure
• Education and Training
• Not-for-Profit and Community Services
Qualifications & Accreditation
- Leadership and Coaching Certification – John Maxwell Organisation
- Extensive military and corporate leadership training
- Qualifications in project management, administration and leadership
- Author: The Grand Adventure of Business
Frequently asked questions
Yes. All ASPL coaches hold recognised coaching credentials, such as ICF or equivalent, and meet professional standards for ethical practice and ongoing development.
Coaching involves confidential one-on-one sessions. The focus, pace and frequency are shaped around what you want to work on and what feels most helpful for you.
Yes. Coaching conversations are confidential and handled with care and respect.
Coaching is available both online and in person. We will work with you to find the format that feels most accessible and supportive for you.
We offer executive, leadership and career coaching, as well as coaching tosupport confidence, decision making, change and transitions at work and inlife.
Our coaches are experienced practitioners with backgrounds in leadership andcoaching. They are carefully selected and aligned with ASPL’s trauma-informed, evidence-based approach.
