About the Practice
David K. Salters, CSP, TSC
Advisor & Consultant
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- Based in
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Education
- B.S., Interdisciplinary Studies — Small Business Management, University of Alabama
Biography
Two decades of leadership. A practical, peer-driven approach to the work that matters most.
David Salters is an advisor and consultant with over twenty years of experience in leadership, executive coaching, recruiting, business development, training, and talent management. He spent more than a decade at Warren Averett, where he served as Practice Leader for the firm's Recruiting and HR Consulting divisions, spearheading corporate initiatives across business development, training, and the firm's Core Values Team.
A sought-after public speaker, David shares insights on labor market trends, leadership, team culture, and effective communication. His work blends the rigor of a seasoned operator with the warmth of a trusted advisor — practical counsel delivered by someone who has been there and done the work himself.
David and his wife live in the Birmingham area and take pride in raising their four children, who range from a college junior to a third grader.
Areas of Focus
How David works with leaders.
01
Executive Coaching
Hands-on engagements focused on real results. Each begins with a 360-degree evaluation to establish a baseline, then moves into customized coaching that targets gaps and drives meaningful progress. Programs typically range from 90 days to 18 months and are tailored to each leader's goals.
02
Executive Round Tables
Confidential, peer-driven groups in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa where business owners and executives share ideas, tackle challenges, and gain clarity on the issues that matter most.
03
Facilitation & Workshops
Interactive sessions where leaders learn to turn challenges into opportunities — aligning vision with action, navigating change, and equipping teams with practical tools for sustainable success.
04
Talent & Organizational Strategy
Executive search, talent acquisition, leadership development, and compensation review. Helping organizations build strong teams and retain the people who matter.
Credentials
Designations & certifications
- Certified Staffing Professional (CSP)
- ASA Technical Services Certified (TSC)
- DiSC Behavioral Analysis Consultant
- Maxwell Leadership Certified Coach, Trainer & Speaker
Recognition
Honors & affiliations
- Birmingham Business Journal — Top 40 Under 40
- Business Development Manager of the Year — national staffing firm
- Member, American Staffing Association
Community
Service & involvement
- Former U.S. Advisory Board Member — Life For Children Ministry, Kenya
- Former Board Member — WorkFaith Birmingham
- Youth sports coach
Ask David About
The conversations he most enjoys having.
- Finding your next accounting, finance, or technology professional
- How a flexible workforce can improve your profitability
- Building executive teams that retain top talent
- Drilling fresh water wells in Africa