David Rowan is a retired oil and gas executive. Originally from the UK, he gained US Citizenship immediately prior to the tragic events of 9/11. He is the author of the biography, My Beautiful Memory, that honors his daughter, Alex, who died tragically at age twenty-three. Following her death, David and his wife established a foundation that, in conjunction with the University of Houston, funds an annual creative writing festival and offers writing-related scholarships and internships. Dave and his wife live in Houston, Texas.