Leadership Awareness on Addiction and Recovery

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David Haberland

David Haberland is a seasoned business and sales leader with over 40 years of experience supporting both commercial and government industries. Known for building high-performing teams and mentoring rising professionals, David has consistently led with empathy, authenticity, and strategic vision throughout his career.

His most recent work includes more than seven years at Salesforce and Tableau, where he contributed to transformative growth in cloud-based analytics and CRM. His leadership during this time was marked by his ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and champion people-first practices.

David's passion for people extends beyond sales performance, it's rooted in a deep belief that leadership can change lives. That belief inspired the creation of Leadership Awareness on Addiction and Recovery, a guide designed to help leaders recognize the real challenges faced by individuals in recovery and create workplaces where they are respected, empowered, and supported.

Outside of his professional roles, David serves as a mentor with SCORE.org, offering guidance to entrepreneurs, small businesses, and emerging leaders. He has co-authored white papers on technology and leadership, blending technical expertise with human-centered insight.

David holds an MBA from the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, where he was a proud member of the EMBA-25 class of 2013. Today, he uses his experience, voice, and values to drive a new kind of leadership, one grounded in awareness, compassion, and accountability.