David Iklodi serves as the Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development and brings a deep understanding of healthcare M&A, finance and industry dynamics honed over an eight-year career at Cain Brothers, a leading healthcare investment bank in New York City. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a specialization in Corporate Finance, from the Max M. Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.
Over the years, David has established himself as a trusted advisor to companies across the healthcare sector. During his progression from Analyst to Vice President at Cain Brothers, he led several M&A and strategic advisory engagements across a range of healthcare sectors, with a particular focus on Behavioral Health and Healthcare Technology. His role focused on leading cross-functional teams to deliver valuable strategic insight while developing industry relationships that consistently positioned his clients for success.
David’s expertise extends beyond transactional leadership; his strategic vision is complemented by a robust operational understanding that comes from years of healthcare specialization and exposure to a variety of thought leaders in the sector.
After working in an advisory role with Behavioral Framework, David was drawn to the company’s differentiated business model and profound impact on the communities that it serves, prompting a shift from investment banking to a focus on strategic and operational leadership within the organization. His current role with Behavioral Framework allows him to focus on strategic expansion and operational excellence by utilizing his financial expertise and deep understanding of the ABA sector.
David is committed to leveraging his extensive healthcare background to drive the company’s growth and development. His approach combines a keen insight into market dynamics with a committed focus on sustainable expansion. David is inspired by the opportunity to directly impact local communities by increasing access to ABA therapy services and positioning Behavioral Framework’s clinicians to continue to provide best-in-class care.