Dan McAllister
(San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector)

Dan McAllister was elected San Diego County’s Treasurer-Tax Collector in November 2002 and re-elected for a second term in June 2006. Not only is he responsible for the collection of more than $3.6 billion in property taxes each year, but his office also manages the investment of approximately $5.3 billion in the County’s Investment Pool, ensuring that these funds are wisely invested and safeguarded for entities such as the school districts and cities in the County.

Since assuming office, he has worked extensively to improve customer service, enhance communications and outreach initiatives, and has made numerous operational improvements. He is also a strong advocate for diversity. This is reflected in his staff, which encompasses professionals from all walks of life and backgrounds.

Dan also serves as a member of the San Diego County Employees Retirement Association, which manages an investment pool of approximately $7.8 billion. Additionally, he is a former member of the Board of Directors of the internationally recognized San Diego Convention Center Corporation. Prior to his election as San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector, Dan was a successful financial consultant and investment broker.

McAllister contributes considerable time and resources to community service, such as serving as Chair of the San Diego Unified School District’s Special Audit and Finance Committee and participating as a member of the Board of Directors of the Jackie Robinson YMCA and Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County. He is also on the Board of Directors of the San Diego State University Diversity and Equity Council. McAllister’s service commitment dates back to his Peace Corps stint in the Western Pacific Country of Micronesia.

A second-generation San Diegan, Dan holds a Bachelor’s degree (BA) from California State University, Fresno, and a Master’s degree in Business
Administration (MBA) from United States International University. He has also completed executive education programs in portfolio concepts and
management at Stanford University and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.