Feedback and LinkedIn Endorsements
"I found David to be very business aware, to have lots of good ideas and be constantly driving continuous improvement."
Geoff Glover, Vice President, Learning and Development, Human Resources, Volvo Car Corporation.

"I had the good pleasure of working with David when he was Chairman of IoD Surrey and then subsequently when he was nominated to represent the IoD as South Regional Chairman.
He is one of the best connected, helpful and humble people I have ever had the good fortune to work with. A key testament to his success is his ability to build a great team around him and engage with a wide range of strategic partners.
David's also one of the sharpest minds I have come across, so it was a real pleasure and privilege to work with the best!"
Jason Choy, Chief Executive Welcome Gate and Chair of IoD London

"I have worked with David for a number of years now. I was in a position whereI was fortunate enough to be able to take over my family business and whilst I didn't want to do anything different in terms of the business, I did want to do things differently. With David's support I have made a significant changes to the culture, developed a comprehensive business plan deployed it throughout the business via a revised appraisal process. We've won a couple of awards and been shortlisted in the Made in the UK Manufacturer of the Year Awards. Throughout this process David has been of huge support from brainstorming to making me accountable and deal with things I enjoy less shall we say. I know David to be kind and trustworthy and do not have any hesitation in recommending him."
Laura McBrown Managing Director G&B Electronics Ltd

"David is an inspiring and supportive leader. He has an unparalleled network of contacts from all walks of business life and he is always willing and always knows who to put in contact with whom. An insightful and incisive Chairman, his boards and committees always get things done."
Howard Wilder Former Chairman IoD Sussex

"David has provided invaluable strategic advice for our start-up initiative, and has also opened many doors to potential collaborators and funders. His approach is always good humoured and supportive, always responsive to new ideas and new changes in direction. I can therefore recommend David as an excellent board advisor for early stage businesses in the field of technology and engineering."
David Arscott MD PyTerra Ltd

"David is a rare combination of rich coalface experience plus innovative strategic foresight in what it takes to succeed in a competitive manufacturing environment. We worked together rejuvenating major parts of the IoD and on regional business support. I once encouraged him to put his expertise to work as an NXD and he has since added huge value to a number of boards."
Alex Pratt OBE MD Serious Brands

"David is someone I have regular gone to for advice and guidance and find his advice and insights invaluable. He is probably the most networked and knowledgeable professional I have met in my career. I am entirely comfortable recommending David for a business consultancy and Non Executive Director roles whenever the opportunity presents itself, on the basis of David's ability to consistently deliver at a senior level."
Stuart Dawson Director of HR Vail Williams

"I have worked with David for several years, first in his capacity as Regional Director for EEF, later as Surrey Chairman and now SE Regional Chairman for the IoD. I have always found him a thoughtful and constructive colleague who provides valuable insights on the business scene, particularly around manufacturing."
Rob Douglas CBE Chair UK Space Agency
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