Board-Ready
Executive Leadership
Governance Strategist | Real‑Estate Land Development | Award‑Winning GIS Innovator
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“Where others see silos, I see systems that work together.”
David's expertise is underscored by his involvement in hundreds of formal, agenda-driven governance meetings, participating in dozens of different organizations. This extensive experience has honed his deep command of board protocols, committee dynamics, and strategic decision-making.
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With over 25 years in senior government, technology, and administrative leadership, David now offers his strategic acumen, cross-sector insight, and stakeholder diplomacy to corporate boards. His strategic acumen, honed over years of experience, is not just a skill but a valuable asset for boards seeking future-focused, values-driven oversight, instilling confidence in his leadership.
ABOUT
David is a seasoned senior executive with substantial expertise in municipal government administration, spatial information technology (GIS), and comprehensive land development. His extensive governance and leadership experience includes strategic oversight of complex municipal operations, pioneering award-winning GIS innovations, and robust management of real estate development processes from initial financing to marketing and stakeholder engagement.
David maintains active interests in emerging technologies, particularly blockchain and artificial intelligence, and pursues photography as a creative personal endeavour.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
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Executive Municipal Management
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Strategic Governance
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Land Development and Real Estate Finance
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Policy and Regulatory Frameworks
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Emerging Technologies: Blockchain & AI
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Community Empowerment and Service
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Digital Transformation
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Stakeholder and Community Engagement
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Community Volunteer | Soufrière, Saint Lucia
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City Manager (Chief of Staff) | City of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
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President | Dubauskas Associates Ltd., Edmonton, Canada
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Strategic Initiatives Manager | Strathcona County, Alberta
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Director of Geographic Information Systems | Strathcona County, Alberta
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President | Wood Tempered Development/GeoData Information Systems, Edmonton, Alberta
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EDUCATION
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Master of Science in Spatial Information Systems, University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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Post Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems, Simon Fraser University, Canada
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Certificate in Management Development for Municipalities, University of Alberta, Canada
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Diploma in Community and Regional Planning, Mount Royal University, Canada​
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Strategic Regional GIS Development:
Successfully managed and delivered a strategic regional GIS project for the Alberta Capital Region, resulting in provincial legislation adoption and significant improvements in stakeholder collaboration and regional governance.
Community and Sustainability Leadership:
Recipient of multiple community service citations, the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators' recognition for 10 years of dedicated local government service, and honoured with the Sustainability – Founders Award for outstanding contributions to sustainable municipal planning and governance.
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Stakeholder-Driven Land Development:
Led comprehensive real estate development initiatives for private investors and local governments, managing the full-cycle process including financial pro-forma preparation, securing financing, land acquisition, zoning, permitting, design oversight, competitive tendering, and marketing strategies.
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Digital Transformation and Community Empowerment:
Currently providing volunteer leadership by assisting small businesses in Saint Lucia to build their digital presence, including training disadvantaged youth in digital skills, significantly enhancing local economic resilience and community empowerment.
CONTACT
Based in Saint Lucia | Canada
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Phone: +1 (758) 716-6428
Email: David@Dubauskas.com
Address: Soufrière, Saint Lucia
Sooke British Columbia, Canada
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dubauskas/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubauskasdave/