ABOUT DAVID HUTCHINSON

David S. Hutchinson

CEO/Principal Consultant

About David Hutchinson

ERP Visionary l NAV Expert l 40+ Years in Tech

David Hutchinson began programming professionally at just 12 years old, and by age 17, he became the youngest certified installer of Open Systems Accounting Software in the country. With a career spanning over four decades, David is known for blending deep technical knowledge with hands-on implementation expertise in ERP and infrastructure systems.

A Career Built on Innovation and Execution

Leadership & Recognition

Co-Founder of multiple ERP-focused firms, including LR Data, Inc., Symbiant Technologies, and NAV-X LLC
Former Microsoft consultant for inventory costing design
Served on the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Executive VAR Council
Co-founded NAVUG (Dynamics NAV User Group) to support the ERP community
Member of MENSA, showcasing his analytical depth

What Sets David Apart

David doesn’t just understand ERP systems — he’s helped shape how they’re used. From building municipal billing systems at age 12 to architecting enterprise-wide Dynamics NAV platforms, he’s known for his ability to simplify the complex and solve problems at scale.

Let’s Talk NAV

David is currently available for select Dynamics NAV and ERP projects. If you’re looking for a seasoned expert who has been at the forefront of ERP evolution, he is the most qualified candidate.

Professional Activities

Co-Founder (and later CEO) LR Data, Inc. (1983 - 2001)
Co-Founder Open Systems Accounting Software User Group, 1988-1990
APICS Minnesota Chapter Treasurer, 2001-2004
Co-Founder Dynamics NAV User Group (NAVUG)
Founder and CEO Symbiant Technologies (2002-2013)
Consultant to Microsoft - Inventory Costing Design (2000-2003)
Member Microsoft Dynamics NAV Executive VAR Council (2006-2011)
Co-Founder NAV-X LLC (2012) -Distribution Software based on Dynamics NAV
MENSA Member

David looks forward to personally addressing any Dynamics NAV / ERP Project needs you may have.