Full Name David Arends AIA, OOA Job Title Chairman & CEO Company CR architecture + design Speaker Bio David Arends is the Chairman & CEO of CR architecture + design. As a leader in public safety design, CR’s team continuously studies how people live, work, and play in the facilities we create. Since 1998, David has worked with fire departments across the U.S. to economically address physical and tactical training needs through innovative designs. David combines his technical knowledge with his strong business insights to strategically seek new ways to enhance your facilities.