David Harder grew up in southern California and served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam conflict. For nearly eight years, he lived and worked in Germany. From sales and marketing, he eventually became a CEO and business owner before moving to Arizona. A graduate of San Jose College with a degree in business, David also studied at Santa Clara University. He is a graduate of Vineyard Institute in Biblical studies and leadership and serves in the Vineyard Church. David currently resides in the Prescott area of Arizona with his wife, Emily, and their border collie, Shiloh.