David Diamond has worked in the field of Digital Asset Management since 1998. His previous book, DAM Survival Guide, is considered by many industry gurus to be a must-read for those new to the field. In 2013, Diamond created DAM Guru Program, now the world's largest community of digital asset and content management professionals. In the same year, he was awarded the "DAMMY of the Year," the industry's highest honor, for his contributions to content management education. Diamond has held senior management positions at Apple, Sony and the University of Southern California. He is an accomplished 3D illustrator and author for aviation audiences, and a licensed pilot. Diamond co-founded, recorded and toured with the 80s band Berlin. He lives in Truckee, California, from where he directs global community education and marketing for Swiss software maker, Picturepark. Diamond's first two books, "Flight Training: Taking the Short Approach" and "DAM Survival Guide," are available from Amazon and other booksellers.