Operator. Advisor.
Committed to Texas.
A fractional COO and strategic advisor with two decades spanning the private sector, the White House, and civic leadership — David McArthur builds things that last and leads with the kind of character Texas needs more of.
David is actively engaged in several major developments across business, civic leadership, and public service. More to come — follow along.
David H. McArthur is a Texas business leader and fractional COO whose career spans the White House, the oil and gas industry, and the boardrooms of mid-market companies navigating growth, transition, and transformation. He brings an operator's discipline to every role — building systems, forging partnerships, and delivering results without fanfare.
Through OnPoint Strategies, David provides hands-on executive leadership to companies that need a seasoned operator in the room — not a consultant with a slide deck. His work across upstream and midstream oil and gas has supported enterprises operating at the multi-billion-dollar scale.
Beyond business, David is deeply rooted in San Antonio's civic fabric — founding Good Ol' Days, a community program serving older adults affected by Alzheimer's, and serving in leadership roles at Christ Episcopal Church. He believes public service and private enterprise are not separate callings. They are the same one.
"You don't come across people like David on the street corner every day. He just gets the job done — no complaints, no drama, just results." Scott M. · Texas Oil & Gas Executive
From the boardroom to the commission chamber — these guide every role.
David believes Texas courts must be fair, predictable, and trustworthy — for businesses, families, and communities alike. He has been an outspoken advocate for holding judges to the same ethical standards they impose on others, and for reining in the outsized influence of trial lawyers on Texas policy.
Whether advising a company in transition or stepping in as a fractional COO, David brings the discipline of someone who has built and managed complex operations at scale. He finds what is broken, builds what is missing, and leaves organizations stronger than he found them.
Public service is not a career move for David — it is a natural extension of how he has lived. From founding programs for seniors with Alzheimer's to decades of civic board service, he leads with the conviction that good character is the most important credential anyone can hold.
A record built across business, government, and community — not any one of them alone.
David McArthur's proven experience in government and the private sector, as well as his strong moral character, are evident to everyone who works alongside him. For decades he's led with integrity and has delivered results. The people of the great state of Texas are fortunate to have him engaged in advancing the future of their communities.Tom Basile · Veteran Conservative Columnist, Cable Television Anchor & former Bush Administration Official
I enjoyed working with David when we were both at Rockwater Energy Solutions. David was hard working, dedicated, and did a great job analyzing our business operations and helping us develop our business strategy.Larry O'Donnell · Former President & COO, Waste Management, Inc.; Founder & CEO, Rockwater Energy Solutions
Strong communities aren't built by one person — they're built by all of us. Here are a few simple ways we can each move our community forward.
Show up for every election — local to national. The races closest to home shape daily life the most.
Register to vote → 02Volunteer, attend a city or school-board meeting, or lend your skills to a cause you believe in.
Get in touch → 03Even $5 a month to a local charity strengthens the community we all share. David proudly supports the Texas DPS Foundation.
Give now →Follow David's work, or start a conversation directly. Whether you're exploring an advisory or board role, a media request, a speaking invitation — or you simply want to stay updated — he welcomes the connection.
