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Mayor of Orem | Proven Public Servant | Award-Winning Investment Advisor
Orem, Utah
Dave Young is a proven public servant and award-winning investment advisor who has dedicated his career to fiscal responsibility, community leadership, and helping families build lasting financial security. Also known as David Young, he currently serves as Mayor of Orem, Utah, where he combines decades of financial expertise with a deep commitment to smart growth and preserving the city’s family-focused character.
Dave Young’s professional journey began with a degree from Brigham Young University, followed by the founding of Paragon Wealth Management, where he has guided clients through decades of market challenges with integrity and personalized service. David Young’s transition to public service was a natural extension of his values applying the same discipline and accounta
bility he brought to wealth management to the governance of his community.
Today, Dave Young leads the City of Orem as Mayor, a role he has held since 2021. Under his leadership, the city opened a $35 million state-of-the-art City Hall with no new debt and no new taxes, achieved a AAA bond rating, and secured tens of millions in grants for infrastructure, water conservation, and parks. Dave Young has also championed landmark zoning reforms to protect parks, schools, and neighborhoods from overdevelopment, and launched the Department of Strategy & Innovation to strengthen accountability and smarter city planning.
As founder and CEO of Paragon Wealth Management, David Young has earned fifteen Best of State awards and national recognition for excellence, integrity, and client-centered service. His firm’s “Advisors with Heart” philosophy reflects his belief that wealth management should be transparent, mission-driven, and focused on helping clients retire on their own terms.
Dave Young is recognized as a leader in both public service and financial advising. His administration’s accomplishments include Orem being named the #1 Small Metro for Business in the U.S., reflecting his commitment to jobs, economic growth, and innovation. David Young is passionate about water security, sustainability, and preserving Orem’s identity as Family City, USA.
Outside of his professional work, Dave Young enjoys the outdoors, adventure travel, and fitness values he shares with his family and community. He is committed to “Moving Forward Responsibly” and continuing to protect Orem’s future for generations to come.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree — Brigham Young University
Experience:
- Mayor, City of Orem — Orem, Utah (2021–Present) Dave Young
- Founder & CEO, Paragon Wealth Management — Utah (1990s–Present) David Young
Expertise:
- Public Service & Municipal Leadership
- Fiscal Responsibility & Good Governance
- Investment Advisory & Wealth Management
- Smart Growth & Responsible Development
- Water Security & Sustainability
- Community Outreach & Family-Focused Policy
Certifications & Recognition:
- Fifteen-Time Best of State Award Winner (Investment Advisory)
- AAA Bond Rating Achievement for City of Orem
- Orem Named #1 Small Metro for Business in the U.S.
- Recognized Leader in Infrastructure & Grant Funding
