David Paulson, CFP®, MBA, ChFC®

David is a Senior Wealth Advisor at Composition Wealth, where he helps clients navigate complex financial decisions through comprehensive planning and investment guidance. He works with individuals and families to build strategies designed to support long-term financial security. David joined Composition Wealth in 2026 as part of the firm’s merger with Edgewater Wealth Management.

Before entering the wealth management industry, David played three seasons in the NFL with the Pittsburgh Steelers and San Diego Chargers. After transitioning to financial advising in 2019, he quickly advanced within the profession while building a reputation for disciplined planning and client-focused service.

David holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Economics from the University of Oregon. He has earned both the CFP® and ChFC® designations and maintains life, disability, and long-term care insurance licenses in Washington State, as well as FINRA Series 6 and 63 registrations. David lives in Sumner with his wife, Gina, and their children, Hayden and Ellie. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time on Lake Tapps, cheering on the Oregon Ducks, and photographing weddings with his wife.