David McSemek, '82 B.S.B. Finance

September 8, 2025

David R. McSemek is a senior vice president of investments in the Dayton office of Smith Barney, the nation’s second largest retail brokerage firm. A Certified Financial Planner, McSemek previously served as resident manager of Smith Barney’s Dayton Branch until 1996. He also is a member of the firm’s Alchemist Club, a group of leading investment management consultants. Away from work, McSemek has served on the board of trustees of United Rehabilitation Services, and also is active in the Dayton Boys/Girls Club. McSemek was recently inducted into the WSU Hall of Fame for his tennis prowess. He