David Krikorian (born November 19, 1968) is an American businessman and former candidate for Ohio's 2nd congressional district running as both an Independent as well as a Democratic candidate in several races.
David Krikorian was born and raised in Rhode Island. He is married to Elena Krikorian and they have three children.
Krikorian holds a B.A. in economics and finance from Bentley University and an M.B.A. from the University of Cincinnati. He is the founder and managing partner of Parody Productions LLC located in Cincinnati, OH, which produces playing cards and jigsaw puzzles. Krikorian is also the founder of Fabricon3D, which provides 3D printing services and founded Nashville Hot, a Nashville style hot chicken restaurant in 2015 located in Crescent Springs, Kentucky. Previous employers include Fidelity Investments, Deloitte & Touche, Cincinnati Bell and Tom & Chee.
Krikorian's grandparents (maternal & paternal) are survivors of the Armenian Genocide. Krikorian is a member of the Armenian Apostolic Church
Krikorian ran as an Independent candidate for United States Congress in 2008 and came in third behind Republican incumbent Representative Jean Schmidt and Democratic challenger Victoria Wulsin, receiving 17.71 percent of the vote after endorsements from the Cincinnati Fraternal Order of Police, the Ohio Libertarian Party, and the Georgetown News Democrat.