David Couch

Why I Got In the Game:

“My favorite quotes are from Martin Luther King, Jr. A particular favorite is, “An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.” This quote embodies how I believe Coach Walter came to his craft of coaching, and to making his decision to donate a part of himself so that another could continue to survive, and ultimately thrive. I also believe it is this thinking that led Coach to inspire us all to Get In the Game to help boys and girls become men and women of empathy and integrity who will lead, be responsible, and change the world for good.”

David Couch is the CEO of Blue Ridge Companies and its subsidiaries and is responsible for the strategic planning and overall vision of the company. While working closely with Blue Ridge’s project development teams, David has actively developed over $600 million worth of financed projects and has supervised the construction of over $800 million in residential units through Blue Ridge’s General Contractors division.

Prior to forming Blue Ridge, Couch was co-owner of Easter & Eisenman, Inc., a commercial real estate firm based out of High Point, NC. With a focus on land assemblage and development, David assisted in the development of the Piedmont Centre, a 1,100-acre business park that currently houses 170 companies and 11,000 employees.

David is also the Proprietor of Summerfield Farms, a working farm and events venue with a focus on crafting memorable events, producing 100% grass-fed & grass-finished beef, growing certified organic produce and encouraging the community to cultivate and enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

David is a graduate of Wake Forest University, where he holds his B.A. in Economics and Spanish. Additionally, he is a CCIM designate through the Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute and has served on the Guilford County Planning and Development Committee as well as the Council on Community Planning and Development. Known for his philanthropy, David has made a big impact on the campuses of Wake Forest University, High Point University and Westchester Country Day.