Get to Know the ADF: David Mansul

As an organisation dedicated to fuelling Catholic mission, we want to introduce you to the people who are behind the flexible solutions, strategic advice and specialised services, and who help to deliver a different set of dividends for those we serve.  

Since joining the ADF in 2017 as a Relationship Manager, David has been dedicated to helping our customers navigate their financial journeys with confidence and clarity. With a professional background as a Chartered Accountant and a master’s in taxation, David brings a wealth of experience from his previous career as a financial adviser. 

“My time as a financial adviser really sharpened my problem-solving and communication skills,” David explains. “It taught me how to understand what clients need – often before they say a word.” This deep understanding has allowed David to build trusted, long-term relationships and deliver tailored support to our clients across a range of needs. 

For David, the most fulfilling part of his role is helping customers fuel their Mission and bring their visions to life.  

“Often people know what they want to achieve but aren’t sure how to get there. I love being part of that journey. 

I also appreciate the supportive and purpose-driven culture at ADF, where everyone is focused on making a genuine difference for their clients,” he said. 

Looking ahead, David sees ADF continuing to thrive by staying true to its mission of fuelling the Catholic mission. “That purpose keeps us grounded and focused,” he says. “My personal goal is simple: to keep being a trusted adviser to our clients and to keep finding practical solutions so they can focus on what they do best.” 

Outside of work, David enjoys relaxing with good food, time spent with friends and family, and the occasional binge of British crime dramas or underrated Korean thrillers. A former rugby and soccer player, he jokes, “The older I get, the better I was.” He also plays a little guitar and piano – though modestly adds, “not very well!” 

David combines deep financial expertise with a warm, client-focused approach – making him a valued member of the ADF team and a trusted partner to those he serves.