David Middleton

Mission-driven financial executive with 20+ years of progressive leadership, including two decades as Chief Financial Officer for a faith-based organization and its affiliated development corporation and charter school. Proven record advising governing boards on financial strategy, capital stewardship, and long-term sustainability while maintaining rigorous audit, compliance, and grant-oversight discipline across a $3MM+ annual budget. Skilled at building trust among auditors, funders, regulators, and community partners.

Brings an MBA and a demonstrated commitment to community-focused institutions — well positioned to lead an organization advancing capital access and community development across Florida.

Chief Financial Officer at Golden Gate Cathedral / Golden Gate Development Corporation (2003-01 – Present)

Senior financial executive and strategic advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors, shaping financial strategy and long-term sustainability for a multi-entity organization comprising a church, a development corporation, and STAR Academy Charter School.

• Hold full accountability for institutional financial performance, directing audit preparation, monthly financial statement review, and audit adjustment booking in alignment with GAAP and federal/state standards.
• Manage a $3MM+ annual budget across affiliated entities, safeguarding asset quality, financial transparency, and operational efficiency.
• Principal liaison among external auditors, management, and third-party accountants, ensuring timely resolution of audit and compliance requirements.
• Direct compliance and fiscal recordkeeping for ESSER and Title I federal grant funds — budget tracking, state reporting, and staff training — building grant-oversight discipline directly applicable to capital deployment and compliance environments.
• Oversee biweekly payroll, benefits, retirement funding (TCRS), and legally compliant payroll deductions; coordinate with CPAs on annual 990 filings, independent reviews, and banking requirements.
• Cultivate partnerships with mission-aligned organizations, expanding community impact and optimizing shared resources.

Branch Manager at TransSouth Financial Corporation (1993-01 – 2003-03)

• Directed the full development of a branch office, growing a lending portfolio to $4MM and delivering sustained revenue growth.
• Led recruitment, performance management, and HR functions; directed daily operations, consistently exceeding monthly production goals.

Assistant Manager at ITT Financial Services (1991-01 – 1993-01)

• Managed client relations, consumer loan processing, and branch operations; recognized as a top-performing manager.

Master of Business Administration – University of Mississippi

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management – University of Mississippi

Master of Christian Studies – Union University