David D'Addario serves as the chairman and chief executive officer of Dada Holdings, an investment and management company based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With more than three decades in industrial business leadership, David D'Addario oversees Dada Holdings’ operations and investments in sectors that include mining, manufacturing, and materials. His work focuses on managing long-term growth and maintaining stable operations across the company’s portfolio.
Mr. D'Addario also serves as the chairman and principal of ElementUS Minerals LLC. In addition, he is the chairman and chief executive officer of NICHE European Holdings and its subsidiaries, NICHE Fused Alumina and NICHE Fused Magnesia. Previously, Mr. D’Addario held senior executive roles at Wise Metals Group LLC, where he managed industrial operations within the aluminum sector.
A graduate of Yale University, Mr. D'Addario earned his bachelor’s degree and later received an honorary doctorate from the University of Bridgeport. His professional influence extends internationally through his long-standing involvement in the aluminum industry, and he remains active in charitable work supporting youth development initiatives at the Shehan Center.