Dave Dykstra joined Wintrust in 1995 and assumed the position of vice chairman and chief operating officer in 2020. In this role, Dave provides leadership and mentorship to core critical operational functions, capital planning, acquisitions, investor relations, and other strategic initiatives.

He previously held the title of senior executive vice president and chief operating officer for 18 years and, before that, served as chief financial officer.

Before joining Wintrust, Dave worked for River Forest Bancorp, Inc. for five years, most recently as senior vice president and CFO, and for KPMG LLP for seven years in the banking practice.

Dave earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in accounting, from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. 

He is active in the community and currently serving as chair of the board of directors for the Community Investment Corporation. This nonprofit organization is a leading source of financing for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable rental housing in Chicago neighborhoods and suburban communities.  Dave also previously served multiple terms as a trustee of the village he resides in and as a trustee of the village’s police pension fund.

Dave enjoys spending time with his family, attempting to play golf, and being a fan of Chicago sports teams. He resides in the northern suburbs of Chicago with his wife and has one adult child.