MEET DAVE
Speaker, author, coach, veteran, and facilitator on a mission to evolve your trajectory through enduring personal and professional development.
About Dave
Dave Closson, creator of DJC Solutions, is an established speaker, author, coach, veteran, and facilitator with a passion for linking arms with others who want to live an abundant life. He knows you have the grit to excel in a thriving career, inherit more time freedom, and have the “jump-out-of-bed” feeling every morning. Dave’s cornerstone is to meet you where you are, utilizing intent listening to understand the root of your current struggles and desired outcomes on the other side of them… A-Game style.
Prior to his current roles, Dave’s drive and discipline were developed during his employment as a sergeant in the Illinois Army National Guard as one of few handpicked for the sniper team. While the catalyst for his current success, Dave also suffered a traumatic brain injury while deployed leading to another battle: PTSD and a substance misuse disorder.
Overcoming the greatest challenges of his life, Dave’s transformation happened slowly yet intently. Recognizing he had lost who he was at the core, Dave’s inner warrior emerged as he worked tirelessly to help his resiliency and self-awareness resurface. Dave now uses the same strategies and tactics to empower others of all walks of life to live in a sustainable state of passion, purpose, connection, and drive.
Dave’s Experience & Certifications
Masters in Technology Training & Development
Director of the Mid-America PTTC
T/TA Specialist, SAMHSA’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies
CAPT Associate, SAMHSA’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies
Assistant Director for Alcohol, Other Drug, and Violence Prevention Eastern Illinois University
Crime Prevention Officer and Field Training Officer, Eastern Illinois University Police Department
HueLife Trainer & Facilitator
Lumina Spark Qualified Coach
Author of Motivational Interviewing for Campus Police
Dave’s Values
CONFIDENCE
Embrace every day with intention, focus, and the courage to reach your goals.
SELF-AWARENESS
Deeply understand your character, desires, motives, and natural emotions.
AUTHENTICITY
Reveal and develop a stronger sense of self as a catalyst for comprehensive leadership.
A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO Growth
Both individuals and organizations alike often need support, guidance, and coaching as the foundation for their ever-evolving journey. Fun fact: Dave’s greatest moments of evolution and decision to become sober occurred with a coach of his own!
Our vision is to offer you the same level of support and empathy to push you and/or your team to fire on all cylinders… leading with clarity, impact, and a deep understanding of the “why” behind it all.