Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Long Island Board of Realtors®, New York State Association of Realtors®, National Association of Realtors®
NYU Tandon School of Engineering, BS

David Jao brings more than three decades of executive leadership, business operations, technology strategy, and client-service experience to real estate. Throughout his career, he has guided organizations through growth, expansion, complex negotiations, and major operational decisions—experience that translates naturally into helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate important property transactions with confidence.

David is known for a practical, hands-on approach and an ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable choices. His background includes executive leadership in architecture and engineering, banking, media, consumer products, and e-commerce. He has worked closely with senior executives, boards, vendors, consultants, and teams across multiple offices, developing the communication, organization, and problem-solving skills essential to a smooth real estate experience.

Based in Hicksville, David understands the importance of local knowledge, responsiveness, and trusted relationships. He approaches each client engagement with careful preparation, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to protecting the client’s interests. Whether coordinating multiple parties, evaluating options, or managing a time-sensitive process, he remains focused on practical solutions and measurable results.

Client Commitment 
David combines executive-level judgment with personal, hands-on service. His guiding principle is simple: minimize complexity, communicate clearly, and deliver the strongest possible outcome for every client.

What David Brings to Real Estate

• Strategic guidance: Decades of experience aligning important decisions with financial and operational goals.
• Skilled coordination: A proven record of managing vendors, consultants, executives, and cross-functional teams.
• Clear communication: The ability to explain technical and business considerations in straightforward terms.
• Negotiation mindset: Extensive experience managing budgets, risks, contracts, and high-stakes priorities.
• Technology fluency: Deep expertise in digital tools, data, cloud services, security, and business productivity.
• Results-oriented service: A proactive approach centered on responsiveness, efficiency, and client needs.

Professional Background
Before entering real estate, David served as Director of IT at H2M architects + engineers and spent more than two decades as Chief Technology Officer at Hazen and Sawyer. Earlier leadership roles included positions with Chase Bank, CitiSpree, Dresdner Bank, Viacom, Estée Lauder Companies, and Citicorp.

Education
David earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Electrical Engineering from NYU Tandon School of Engineering. He also completed Frontline Leadership training by Zenger Miller and received Citicorp’s quarterly Outstanding Service Award in 1994.

Languages
Fluent in Chinese Mandarin