David Ackerman is President of DGA Associates, a Sacramento based government relations/legislative consulting firm specializing in representation for private sector clients. Mr. Ackerman has an extensive background in California government and politics, having served in key positions with both state and local government agencies.

Immediately prior to establishing his own firm, Mr. Ackerman served as Executive Vice President and Chief Advocate for the California Chamber of Commerce where he directly supervised the activities of ten advocates working in areas ranging from health care, taxation, resource management, and transportation. Ackerman was the principal spokesman for the Chamber before the Legislature, executive branch, and regulatory agencies.

Prior to his position with the Chamber of Commerce, Ackerman served in a cabinet level appointment as Undersecretary of the Business, Transportation, and Housing Agency during Governor George Deukmejian's term of office. Ackerman's career has also included appointment as Chief of Staff for the Lieutenant Governor and Staff Director and Chief Consultant for the State Assembly Ways and Means Committee.

Mr. Ackerman received his bachelors degree in Political Science from UCLA and holds a masters degree in Public Administration from California State University, Chico.