Dave Wickerham

Dave Wickerham is a retired American public servant who served as Chief of Saratoga County Administration for 21 years.

He is the author of Raised By Wolves: A Memoir of Homelessness, Drugs, and the Street.

He is a survival specialist and has featured on two seasons of Discovery Channel show Dual Survival. Additionally, he was previously the editor-in-chief of Self-Reliance Illustrated magazine.

Early Life and Education

Early childhood development is a critical time for laying the foundations of lifelong learning for children. Families, schools, and policymakers must all collaborate to ensure these kids receive high-quality educational experiences during this critical stage.

Science of early development has demonstrated that high-quality care and education from birth to age eight is crucial for a child’s health, learning, and overall well-being. Studies have even found evidence to support this theory: children who receive good early childhood experiences are less likely to grow up in poverty, drop out of school, have behavioral problems, or require special education later in life.

Dave Wickerham has a distinguished career as an organist, beginning his musical studies at four years old. After attending University of Arizona in Tucson to study classical organ, Dave earned a full scholarship for his studies and worked as Staff Organist at Pipes and Pizza in Lansing, Illinois; later becoming featured Staff Organist at Piper Music Palace Greenfield Wisconsin. Nowadays he resides in Upper Michigan where he serves as Co-Manager and Organist In Residence at Crystal Theatre Crystal Falls Michigan.

Professional Career

Dave has had a storied and esteemed career in the musical arts. He is an internationally acclaimed professional theatre organist, recording artist, composer and performer.

Dave has performed extensively throughout Australia and New Zealand, featuring an impressive repertoire of popular modern music and film favorites that can be heard in theatres, colleges and churches worldwide.

Wickerham is an active participant of the American Theatre Organ Society (ATHS), performing concerts for many chapters. Most recently, he released his fourth CD of popular songs recorded on the 5 Manual 80 Rank Theatre Organ at Sanfilippo Residence in Barrington, IL.

Achievements and Honors

Dave Wickerham is renowned as one of the world’s premier theatre organists. He is celebrated for his versatility onstage and for his popular recordings.

He has performed in over 300 venues nationwide and on thousands of dates worldwide, earning himself an adoring fan base.

His honors include being named “Organist of the Year” by the American Theatre Organ Society and recognition from Music Educators National Conference. As an active member in multiple organ societies, he was invited to be a guest artist at Theatre Organ Society of Australia in April 1999.

He was a member of Albany Lodge 723 F&AM, Albany VFW Post 9893 and Albany United Methodist Church. In his free time he enjoyed gardening, showing horses and fishing.

Personal Life

Dave Wickerham is an eclectic individual with many interests. He works as a designer, researcher and jiu-jitsu fighter while enjoying wine, design and books.

He was born and raised in Southern California, beginning to play the electronic organ at age four. After moving to Arizona with his family in 1976, he quickly established himself as an associate organist at Organ Stop Pizza restaurants there.

He then completed classical organ studies at the University of Arizona, receiving a full scholarship. Since then, he has concertized extensively throughout America. Additionally, he was featured artist at the American Theatre Organ Society’s annual convention and took a concert tour to Australia.

Net Worth

Dave Wickerham is an American reality television personality and diesel enthusiast best known for his appearances on Discovery Channel’s Diesel Brothers.

His net worth is estimated to be around $2 million. Additionally, he earns money through YouTube videos, merchandise sales and sponsorships.

He and his wife Ashley reside in Utah. Together, they have four children: Sawyer, Ford, Jackson and Noah.

The couple met at a church. They have many shared interests and are reportedly planning to build a home where they can raise their children.

He was born in the Philippines and attended Harvard Business School before starting his own business and making a fortune from it. Additionally, he runs several podcasts for entertainment enthusiasts.