Early Life and Education
David Golub, a U.S. citizen born in Chicago, Illinois, holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Harvard College. He furthered his education with a Marshall Scholarship, earning a Master of Philosophy from Oxford University, and completed his MBA at Stanford Business School.
Rise to Success
Golub's career began at Centre Partners and Corporate Partners (affiliated with Lazard). He joined Golub Capital in 2003, alongside his brother Lawrence Golub. Golub Capital specializes in lending to middle-market companies backed by private equity sponsors. Golub serves as the President of Golub Capital and the CEO of Golub Capital BDC.
Key Business Strategies
Golub Capital focuses on private credit, particularly lending to middle-market companies. Their business model is characterized by regulatory arbitrage and relationship-driven underwriting. The firm has expanded its geographic footprint, including operations in London, to capture cross-border private credit flows.
Philanthropy
David Golub is actively involved in philanthropy, particularly supporting Parkinson's research through the Michael J. Fox Foundation. He has served as the first board chairman and a long-time director of the foundation. His involvement appears mission-driven, with philanthropy acting as a reputational buffer for the firm.