Using the proven effectiveness of the 12 Steps, Starting Point for Recovery offers counselors and their clients guidance toward a healthier life. David Zailer is Director of Operation Integrity and faculty with The Leadership Institute. Surviving life-threatening addictions, David is an author and speaker who educates about the human struggle of addiction. His work and life story inspire changes that lead to recovery and transformation. Operation Integrity (OI) is a non-profit that helps people recover from addiction through awareness and community, leading to life transformation. OI's core values are Education, Community, A Personal Inner Journey (12 Steps with counseling) and Christ-centered faith.
David has dedicated his life to helping individuals and families recover from addiction. He is the Executive Director of Operation Integrity and has written three powerful books and numerous articles on Christ-centered addiction recovery, and authors the popular recovery blog, Operation Integrity Daily.
David has been featured in Christianity Today Magazine, New Man Magazine, Leadership Journal Magazine and highlighted in Canadian news commentary for the effectiveness of his work.
David lives in Laguna Niguel California where he is active in his church and enjoys his hobbies of trail running and cycling.