The Story of Dave Baumgartner

Success stories rarely begin at the top — they start with vision, determination, and the courage to pursue something greater.In this episode of Tell Me Your Story, Chris Baker sits down with Dave Baumgartner, a leader whose career journey reflects the power of perseverance, purpose, and faith in the process.Dave’s path began in the world of digital sales as a Regional Sales Manager at ReachLocal. Through dedication and an unwavering commitment to excellence, he continued rising through leadership roles including Director of Digital Sales at Northeast Ohio Media Group, Senior Director of Local Solutions at Brandmuscle, and Vice President of Advertising at Tandem Media Network.But Dave’s journey didn’t stop in the corporate world.He took a bold step into entrepreneurship, becoming the Owner and Operator of a Chick-fil-A franchise, where he now leads with passion, service, and a commitment to building strong teams and communities.In this conversation, Dave shares the lessons, mindset, and experiences that shaped his path — offering insight into leadership, resilience, and what it truly takes to turn opportunity into impact.His story is a powerful reminder that no dream is too big and no challenge too great when determination, faith, and hard work come together.If you’re looking for inspiration, leadership insight, and a real story of perseverance, this episode will leave you motivated to keep pushing forward.