David Mizer ~ Vice President, Strategic Sourcing

David Mizer’s career began with Carnival Cruise Lines from 1980 to 1984 in the position of Food Services/West Coast Manager for Seachest Associates. In 1993 David rejoined the Carnival team as Director of Purchasing, Food & Beverage. He extensive knowledge of the food industry has extended into the publishing arena where he has authored college textbooks in this field. In June 2000 David was promoted to Staff Vice President of Purchasing, Food & Beverage. As of June 2001 David received another promotion to Vice President Strategic Sourcing for Carnival Global Source.

David resides in Fort Lauderdale with his wife, Rieta. He is the father of two grown daughters and grandfather to four. His current title is Vice President Strategic Sourcing Carnival Global Source where he sources food and beverage for all Carnival companies; Carnival, Holland America, Cunard and Costa.