Dave Dykstra joined Wintrust in 1995 and assumed the position of vice chairman and chief operating officer in 2020. In this role, Dave provides leadership and mentorship to core critical operational functions, capital planning, acquisitions, investor relations, and other strategic initiatives.
He previously held the title of senior executive vice president and chief operating officer for 18 years and, before that, served as chief financial officer.
Before joining Wintrust, Dave worked for River Forest Bancorp, Inc. for five years, most recently as senior vice president and CFO, and for KPMG LLP for seven years in the banking practice.
Dave earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in accounting, from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.
He is active in the community and currently serving as chair of the board of directors for the Community Investment Corporation. This nonprofit organization is a leading source of financing for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable rental housing in Chicago neighborhoods and suburban communities. Dave also previously served multiple terms as a trustee of the village he resides in and as a trustee of the village’s police pension fund.
Dave enjoys spending time with his family, attempting to play golf, and being a fan of Chicago sports teams. He resides in the northern suburbs of Chicago with his wife and has one adult child.
What is David A. Dykstra's net worth?
The estimated net worth of David A. Dykstra is at least $24.09 million as of July 29th, 2025. Mr. Dykstra owns 182,208 shares of Wintrust Financial stock worth more than $24,086,076 as of March 27th. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Dykstra may own. Learn More about David A. Dykstra's net worth.
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Has David A. Dykstra been buying or selling shares of Wintrust Financial?
David A. Dykstra has not been actively trading shares of Wintrust Financial over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, David A. Dykstra sold 14,942 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, July 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $131.53, for a transaction totalling $1,965,321.26. Following the completion of the sale, the chief operating officer now directly owns 182,208 shares of the company's stock, valued at $23,965,818.24. Learn More on David A. Dykstra's trading history.
Who are Wintrust Financial's active insiders?
Wintrust Financial's insider roster includes Kathleen Boege (EVP), Timothy Crane (President & CEO), David Dykstra (Vice Chairman & Chief Operating Officer), H. Hackett, Jr. (Director), Jeffrey Hahnfeld (EVP), David Lee (Insider), Richard Murphy (Vice Chairman), David Stoehr (CFO), Gary Sweeney (Director), Alex Washington, III (Director), and Edward Wehmer (CEO). Learn More on Wintrust Financial's active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Wintrust Financial?
In the last twelve months, Wintrust Financial insiders bought shares 2 times. They purchased a total of 6,301 shares worth more than $166,031.35. In the last twelve months, insiders at the bank sold shares 6 times. They sold a total of 26,604 shares worth more than $3,671,051.03. The most recent insider tranaction occured on January, 30th when insider David Eric Lee sold 558 shares worth more than $82,260.36. Insiders at Wintrust Financial own 1.0% of the company.
Learn More about insider trades at Wintrust Financial. Information on this page was last updated on 1/30/2026.
