David Navratil is a strong advocate for lifelong learning, having returned to university as an adult learner from 2002 to 2012. During this time, he completed his BA, MA, and MBA while simultaneously running his own Winnipeg-based sales agency and teaching writing and communication courses at the University of Winnipeg. Upon completing his Asper MBA in in marketing, David transitioned to a senior managerial role at the Crown Corporations Council. There, he analyzed the province's crown corporations and managed the Board Performance Training Program. Currently, David teaches courses at PACE, the University of Winnipeg, and the Canadian Mennonite University. When he isn’t teaching, David also develops courses and does freelance writing.