MEET david mcewen
- David is passionate about people and creating a healthy and productive workplace culture. Building strong relationships with his clients and Board colleagues by taking a genuine interest in their business.
- His authentic approach and empathetic nature allows him to work effectively with various personalities.
- David loves helping clients and businesses develop outcome based resolutions and supporting his clients and Boards to succeed.
- Regardless of the size of your business, David takes the time to understand what a preferred outcome looks like for your company, considering the most effective, straight forward approach and taking action.
- An accomplished Chair, Non-Executive Director, CEO and Advisory Board Member with over 20 years of experience in developing strategies to improve profitability, grow the value of shareholders' equity and create successful leadership and operational teams to deliver on the corporate vision.
- As both an Advisor & Senior Manager, David improves the efficiency of operations through process re-engineering, strengthening financial management systems and controls, growing revenue through leadership in business development, as well as managing relationships with the Board, employees, customers and industry regulators.
- David is adept in new industry technology and instrumental in developing platforms for Boards & Executives to execute effective change management, process improvement, and collaboration skills to deliver results.
expertise and skills
Governance Expertise:
• In-depth knowledge and experience in governance principles, frameworks, and best practices.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance, ethics, and corporate governance standards.
Strategic Leadership and Business Acumen:
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen to align governance practices with organisational objectives.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance and mentorship to boards and executive teams.
Communication and Relationship Building:
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, board members, and advisory teams.
• Relationship-building capabilities to establish trust and collaboration among board members and advisors.
Advisory Skills:
• Ability to identify, recruit, and manage advisory boards, selecting individuals with relevant expertise and industry knowledge.
• Facilitation skills to extract valuable insights and guidance from advisory board discussions.
EXPERTISE AND SKILLS
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate governance structures, assess risks, and identify areas for improvement.
• Problem-solving abilities to address complex governance challenges and implement effective solutions.
Leadership and Change Management:
• Leadership capabilities to drive organizational change and foster a culture of governance excellence.
• Change management skills to implement governance reforms and ensure buy-in across the organization.
Networking and Business Development:
• Proficiency in networking within the industry to establish partnerships, attract clients, and access potential advisory board members.
• Business development skills to market services, secure contracts, and expand the business.
Continuous Learning and Adaptability:
• Willingness to stay updated with evolving governance trends, regulations, and industry developments.
• Adaptability to tailor governance strategies to suit the unique needs of different organizations and industries.