John Davison
Co-Founder and Co-Managing Director

My Areas of Specialism
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Business Process Management – Optimising workflows, streamlining operations, and embedding continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and organisational agility.
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Business Transformation and Change Management – Leading large-scale transformation initiatives, ensuring seamless execution, stakeholder alignment, and long-term business resilience.
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IT Processes and Systems – Integrating technology, automation, and digital solutions to drive operational excellence, enhance scalability, and future-proof organisations.
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Organisational Culture Change – Aligning leadership, values, and behaviours to foster high-performance cultures, improve employee engagement, and enable successful transformation.
John Davison is a seasoned operations executive and co-founder of Strategiq Advisory Group, where he serves as Co-Managing Director, driving transformative change and delivering unparalleled value to clients across industries. With a career defined by strategic foresight, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to empowering teams, John specialises in business process management, large-scale business transformation, and IT systems integration.
Throughout his career, John has worked across start-ups, scale-ups, and large corporations, navigating complex business landscapes and spearheading initiatives that enhance efficiency, agility, and long-term sustainability. His strategic expertise lies not only in process optimisation and digital transformation but also in recognising that people are the cornerstone of every successful organisation. By aligning technology, processes, and human interaction, he helps businesses tackle challenges at their core and achieve measurable success.
John’s extensive experience at senior leadership and executive board levels positions him as a trusted advisor on corporate governance, operational resilience, and strategic decision-making. His ability to drive cross-functional collaboration, streamline operations, and foster leadership alignment ensures that organisations remain future-ready in an evolving business landscape. With a keen focus on board effectiveness and strategic governance, John helps organisations enhance compliance, risk management, and decision-making structures to ensure long-term resilience.
A firm believer in continuous improvement and sustainable growth, John has led major transformation initiatives that redefine how businesses operate. His expertise in process re-engineering, automation, and IT systems development enables organisations to eliminate inefficiencies, enhance productivity, and future-proof their operations. Whether optimising global supply chains or restructuring operational workflows, John’s hands-on leadership ensures seamless execution and impact-driven results.
Beyond the boardroom, John is a passionate mentor and advocate for talent development, particularly within women’s football. His mentorship of Arsenal and England youth player Anna Patten reflects his dedication to fostering leadership, discipline, and high-performance mindsets in both professional and athletic spheres. Additionally, as a referee for Youth Football Leagues and a veterans football player, John embodies sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience, values that he seamlessly integrates into his leadership philosophy.