Public Affairs · Strategic Partnerships · Business Analysis

Corporate strategy, aligned with how the business actually runs

For 25+ years, OnPoint has helped leaders navigate public engagement, build the right relationships, and turn strategy into measurable results — across the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

Trusted by multiple CEOs — and a former President of the United States.

25+Years of public affairs & business analysis experience
$40M+Annual budgets formulated & managed for clients
17.8%Revenue CAGR delivered for a client over two years

OnPoint offers its clients over 25 years of public affairs, public relations, and business analysis experience in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. We understand corporate affairs must be aligned with operating the business. Our experience in business analysis allows us to effectively articulate financial and operational objectives to stakeholders outside of the business.

We know leaders must develop a vision for a company, but they must also be able to implement it. We have successfully led people with diverse skills, backgrounds, ideas, and motivations toward one common goal.

The Firm has repeatedly proven an ability to achieve results through clearly defined objectives, collaboration, effective communication, and relentless pursuit of success. Our organization has earned the trust and confidence of multiple CEOs and a former President of the United States.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide stakeholders with the ability to navigate public engagement opportunities in an effective and unique way so that their strategic objectives are met in an ever-changing business environment.

Our Vision

We believe in proactive communications and relationships that position businesses to thrive within their communities.

About

Founder

David McArthur, Founder of OnPoint Strategies

David McArthur

Founder

David lives in San Antonio with his wife and two children and grew up in Tyler, Texas. He earned a BA in History from the University of Texas at Austin and an MBA in General Business from Baylor University.

His involvement outside of work includes:

  • Board of Directors, Texas Department of Public Safety Foundation
  • Member, Texas Business Leadership Council
  • Advisory Board Trustee, Caldwell Foundation
  • Board of Directors, Texas Cowboy Alumni Association (University of Texas at Austin)
  • Board of Adjustment, City of Terrell Hills
  • State Host, Texas Ranger Bicentennial / Texas Department of Public Safety Memorial
  • Former Board of Directors, Texas Pipeline Association
  • Former Member, 1883 Council (University of Texas at Austin – Texas Exes)

David enjoys quail, dove and duck hunting, jogging, golf, and listening to books. He is currently on the Search Committee for a new rector of Christ Episcopal Church in San Antonio. He served on the Vestry (Board) for three years and he and his wife have twice led the annual capital campaign efforts for the Church. David is responsible for creating an outreach program within the Church for the elderly and people with Alzheimer’s.

What we do

Our Services

Aligning corporate strategy with public engagement — government relations, regulatory navigation, stakeholder communications, and reputation management that keep your business objectives moving forward in a changing political and regulatory environment.

Identifying, introducing, and structuring alliances between companies, industry associations, and public-sector leaders — opening doors, securing endorsements, and building the long-term relationships that create commercial opportunity.

Conceiving and executing high-impact events — fundraisers, golf tournaments, ceremonial functions, and donor experiences — that advance an organization’s mission, raise funds, and broaden its audience.

Turning operational and financial data into clear, actionable strategy — budgeting, financial management tools, cost-saving analysis, and performance improvement that leadership and external stakeholders can act on.

Service descriptions are summaries pending confirmation of original copy.

Project Success

Examples of Ability & Outreach

Business Analysis

  • Implemented changes as Director of Operations of an oilfield services company which led to improved YoY consolidated revenue of $1.8M with a core business unit revenue increase of $2M. Consolidated EBITDA increase of approximately $250K during the same period.
  • Formulated annual ($40M+) budgets and quarterly budget reports while developing financial management tools for operations leaders in the oilfield.
  • Identified cost-saving measures for an oilfield fluids management company which helped achieve a revenue CAGR of 17.8% and an EBITDA CAGR of 22.2% (due to incremental margin improvement) over a two-year period.
  • Developed the inventory management system to track $15M+ worth of water transfer equipment and assets used in the oilfield.

Corporate Affairs and Strategic Partnerships

  • Expedited the process and secured a Texas IRP Apportioned Registration Application for a major Texas trucking company. The company had spent several months trying to work with the Department and was on the verge of losing drivers and closing its doors in the Southeast region of Texas.
  • Introduced a Texas-based hazardous waste, emergency response company to a major grocery store chain. The company eventually secured a long-term contract with the store.
  • Facilitated the endorsement of a hazardous waste, emergency response company by the Texas Trucking Association.
  • Established an alliance between a Texas-based carbon capture company and an energy group led by a former Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of the Interior and Comptroller, Agriculture Commissioner, and State Representative for the State of Texas.
  • Arranged a meeting between an oilfield services company looking to discuss permitting with the Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas.
  • Completed two Sustainability (ESG) Reports for a mid-sized pipeline company.

Event Planning and Production

  • Liaised the ceremonial First Pitch of the 2023 Major League Baseball season between a professional baseball club and the office of a former President of the United States to promote efforts to raise money for the Department of Public Safety.
  • Produced multiple fund-raising events such as golf tournaments, concerts, and sporting clay shoots for foundations. Each event resulted in a financial gain and established the mission of the foundations with new audiences.
I enjoyed working with David when we were both at Rockwater Energy Solutions. David was hard working, dedicated, and did a great job analyzing our business operations and helping us develop our business strategy.
Larry O’Donnell, retired President and COO — Waste Management, Inc.
Founder, Chairman, President & CEO — Rockwater Energy Solutions
Featured on CBS’ first Undercover Boss while at Waste Management
Author, Management Waste
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