David Bench
David Bench
David Bench is the Chief Financial Officer for Enzo Biochem, a NYSE public company. He joined the Company in 2019.
Mr. Bench owns over 3,500 units of Enzo Biochem stock worth $7,525 as of 14 June 2022 and earns a salary of $295,670 as Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer for Enzo Biochem.
Early Life and Education
As an aspiring baseball player, Bench had his sights set on playing in the major leagues. At seventeen years old, he was selected by Cincinnati Reds during their inaugural amateur draft of the American League in 1965.
He signed for $6,000 plus college tuition at Tampa in the Florida State League and quickly made a name for himself with his impressive defense.
His throwing arm, which worked like a recoilless rifle, helped keep runners from running the bases. Unfortunately, Bench had difficulty focusing on the game as an amateur and made several costly errors that cost him games.
He had an intensely troubled marriage to Vicki Lynne Chesser, which only lasted seven weeks before it ended in divorce.
Professional Career
As a veteran attorney, David Bench has extensive experience handling legal matters across many fields. His successes include handling cases in both state and federal trial courts as well as administrative litigation before federal and state agencies.
He has extensive expertise defending medical professionals, such as doctors and nurses, in malpractice cases, hospital credentialing disputes, peer review proceedings and professional licensing matters. Furthermore, he frequently speaks and writes on non-competes and trade secrets.
David is an experienced litigator, often recognized as one of Illinois’ top family law and general litigation lawyers. Additionally, his professional excellence has earned him an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell–the highest recognition available for ethical standards and legal ability.
Achievement and Honors
David bench made an impact at Capitol Tech through a variety of initiatives. One particularly remarkable feat was his pioneering work in “synchronous” learning – an innovative online format that allowed students to participate remotely.
David utilized his Marine communications background and experience to create the original platform and code that brought students together live into this virtual classroom setting. Additionally, he recruited network security expert Charles Cayot to join Capitol University as adjunct faculty.
David Bench was truly honored to be recognized by his peers and community for his many accomplishments and contributions. At Capitol Technology University, we have now transformed our best student paper award into the Dave Bench Memorial Award for Student Papers – featuring a $5000 prize in his memory.
Personal Life
David Bench is an accomplished financial professional and former actor. His credits include commercials as well as background roles on TV shows The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Blue Bloods, Billions, City on a Hill and Gossip Girl.
Bench is proud of his two sons, Justin and Josh, who live with him in Florida. To show his affection for them, he cooks breakfast for them every morning, styles their hair and drives them to school.
He plays golf as a part-time hobby. In 2020, he served as grand marshal of the South Florida Fair and donated his batting helmet to the MLB Hall of Fame.
Net Worth
David Bench has an estimated net worth of $311 thousand dollars. He serves as Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer for Enzo Biochem.
He has been with the Company since 2019, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer of ELLKAY LLC, a healthcare information technology company that provides diagnostic laboratories, electronic medical record providers, payers and hospital/health systems with technology solutions.
David is a highly effective litigator and writer who creates effective legal strategies tailored to each client’s business goals. With extensive experience representing high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and multi-national enterprises across various industries in state and federal court, David is an ideal choice for your legal matters.
He has represented numerous high-profile clients in criminal and civil litigation, such as securities fraud, business-and intellectual property crimes, money laundering schemes, public corruption scandals and national security matters. Additionally, his experience includes extensive trial and appellate work.