Dave Kovar is one of the most notable figures in martial arts history. Founder of the Kovar Business System, he is recognized as one of the pioneers of martial arts business. A tournament karate champion of the 1980s, he opened a successful string of schools across the Northern California region. He is considered one of the first to introduce\ martial arts instructional videos in the 1980s. He is an author, a professional public speaker, an innovator, and an advocate for children's self-defense and anti-bullying.