Dave Carroll

Co-Founder of Cantillon

Dave's passion for connecting dynamic business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals began over twenty-five years ago in the abundant Pacific Northwest. Early on, Dave noticed he had a gift for listening authentically to clients' needs and leveraging his professional network to gain new insights and help solve their challenges. As Dave continued his retail banking, risk management, and business career, he learned to lean into his unique ability to connect, building a deeper network of peers, mentors, and friends. Through this network and the life experiences it has provided him, Dave discovered his second passion, business coaching.

As Dave's career progressed, his passions led to a dream, which became a reality in 2015 when he founded Cantillon. His sole mission is to support owner-operated companies through education, high quality peer connections, access to business-building resources and coaching that strengthens a business owners ability to achieve their highest personal and professional potential.

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Outside of the business world, Dave has remained active within the Greater Seattle community, having volunteered with many impactful organizations including; Junior Achievement of WA, Seattle University, Lead the Difference, Washington Women in Need, Seattle Children's Hospital, The University of Washington, Bellevue Brain Trust, Hot100 Business Association, Step It Up, and the Tombolo Institute at Bellevue College.

When Dave isn't flying the Cantillon flag, he's fully engaged as a VP and Team Leader for Small Business Banking at Washington Trust Bank in Bellevue, Washington, a position that complements the needs of successful entrepreneurs from the Pacific NW.

Above all else, a family man first Dave enjoys the rich personal success of the life he fosters with his wife, Jenny, as proud parents of four boys. An avid motorcyclist with thousands of miles on two wheels, Dave also treasures sports, reading, and bird watching. His secret sauce is simple and straightforward: "Frankly, I spend a lot of time each day reflecting upon and following up with the outstanding people in my life. There is no better way - to live and work."

“Most professionals approach business from a process, procedural or organizational perspective. Dave taps his ability to insightfully see the gifts in others, clearly communicate a message or goal, and move individuals or groups in the direction of success.”

- Rick Robertson

Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist,

Axia Home Loans