D. David (Davey) Bales Jr. attended Georgia State University. After college, Davey worked for State Farm Insurance as a life, health, & financial specialist. Davey left State Farm and accepted a position with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as area director for Forsyth and Dawson counties.
While on staff with FCA, Davey successfully opened FCA chapters in middle and high schools all over his area. Davey eventually went on to become an Atlanta area director, helping to expand FCA throughout metro Atlanta. Davey then went on to open Bales Financial Group to help individuals and families realize their retirement income goals.
Davey, his wife Amy and their three children reside in Cumming. They are members of Browns Bridge Community Church.