our founder

David Richard, Founder and President of Global Mobility, brings over 28 years of experience serving people with disabilities around the world. He has overseen international seating clinics in 72 countries, custom fitting mobility equipment to meet each individuals needs. David's mission began as a volunteer, working alongside his family to provide wheelchairs to children in Guatemala. In 1996, he founded Wheels for Humanity from his garage in North Hollywood, California. Under his leadership, the organization grew to serve more than 100,000 children and adults globally. Throughout his career, David has managed and directed hundreds of seating clinics, trained in country healthcare workers, and partnered with governments and NGOs to improve mobility access. David has forged lasting friendships with partners in all corners of the globe. He is a successful speaker, advocate, wheelchair design and engineering consultant.

His passion and vision continue to drive Global Mobility’s mission: to serve the world’s most underserved communities with dignity, compassion, and innovation.