Testimonials
Dr Fiona Armstrong
Global Director of Research Engagement, Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University has worked closely with David Lee since 2022 to develop its Inaugural Impact Programme, aimed at sharing high-quality research with broader audiences across a range of media, including panel discussions and podcasts. David works closely with our team and the professors involved to understand the important issues, and ensure we get the best out of each event. He then conducts the panel discussions and podcasts in a thoroughly professional and engaging manner. David has been an important part of this new approach from the university and I would recommend him to others as a skilled and good-humoured host, able to turn his hand skilfully to a variety of formats and subjects.”
Allan Wernham
Managing Director, CMS Scotland
David Lee helped to shape a business conference organised by CMS Scotland in October 2023. His input, from the start of the planning process to the delivery of the event, was vital to its success. He brought in strong speakers, had a clear understanding of what we wanted to achieve, and worked with the team to help deliver that vision. On the day, he hosted a panel session expertly, then delivered a terrific summary of the day. I look forward to working with David on future events and once again drawing on his excellent organisational, event hosting and interpersonal skills.
Lord McConnell
Chair, McConnell International Foundation
David Lee did an excellent job of chairing an online conference on volunteering and global citizenship hosted by the McConnell International Foundation in November 2023.
His hosting skills helped the event to run very smoothly and his expert questioning got the best out of a wide range of speakers. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him as a highly accomplished event host.”
Ben Farrugia
Director, Social Work Scotland
David Lee has chaired Social Work Scotland's annual conference for the last seven years, most recently in October 2023 - steering us through complex agendas with humour, sensitivity and good organisation.
The team found David very easy to work with, thanks to his attention to detail, careful planning and proactive approach. His grasp of wide-ranging subject matter is impressive, and he conducts Question & Answer sessions with balance and skill.
David achieves the difficult balance of treating the subject matter seriously while maintaining a friendly, positive rapport with both speakers and audience, both in-person and online.
I would certainly recommend David to anyone seeking a professional and accomplished event host - whether on a physical stage or via a computer screen.
Jim McKay
Head of Commercial Services, Law Society of Scotland
David Lee has chaired many conferences for the Law Society of Scotland, including the 90th anniversary of the Paisley Snail case in 2022, a two-day international gathering of legal regulators, and sessions at the Society's annual conference. He is an integral part of the Society's new partner conferences as our regular host.
David made the transition to online events seamlessly when the pandemic hit and is equally at home in an in-person or virtual setting. He has excellent interviewing skills, and conducts informative, probing Q&A sessions with senior legal, political and business figures while managing questions and comments from the audience. He handles panel discussions with a sureness of touch, combining detailed knowledge with deft humour - and can turn his hand skilfully to any subject matter.”
Mark Baillie
Communications and PR Manager, City Region Deal Data-Driven Innovation Programme, University of Edinburgh
David has worked on several projects across a range of media with the Data Driven Innovation initiative. This has included hosting 4 full-day data conferences (2 online & 2 in person) plus 10 podcasts and 5 panel discussions.
The September 2023 conference saw David chair 5 panel discussions across a range of complex topics - including Artificial Intelligence, energy, and online child safety. He did so expertly, getting the best out of both speakers and subject matter.
David was also heavily involved in developing the event. He is full of ideas about how to improve agendas and can spot potential problems, and resolve them.
I'm happy to recommend David’s skills to other potential clients.”
Nicola Anderson
Chief Executive, FinTech Scotland
David Lee brings quality and commitment to every part of his business. I've taken part in several online and in-person events - and a podcast - hosted by David, which he has always chaired expertly. His knowledge and his engaging approach means he is highly-skilled in shaping seminars and debates to derive maximum benefit from speakers and for delegates.
He has also written insightfully about fintech over the last few years and supported, but also challenged, the growth of the sector.
David asks relevant, challenging questions in all contexts and is adept at summarising complex issues, with both authority and good humour.
I would recommend David wholeheartedly as as an event host, podcast presenter and writer.”
Stuart Goodall
Chief Executive, Confor: promoting forestry and wood
David is a versatile and proactive media professional who has played a key role in transforming Confor's communications - as an event host, writer and PR adviser.
He led Confor’s seamless shift to online events, hosting webinars with the same skill as the many events he has chaired for Confor for more than a decade - most recently a policy conference at the QEII Centre in London in December 2022.
He has an excellent grasp of politics and policy as it impacts on our sector, as well as the environmental and economic issues affecting it. He handles discussions in an even-handed way, but is never afraid to ask challenging questions when appropriate.
David is adept at making the best of events, sharing written reports and video content through direct mail and social media - ensuring that information is disseminated quickly, effectively and professionally.
Adam Fenech
Head of Partnerships & Business Development (Scotland), National World
David Lee is an increasingly accomplished podcast host who has worked with The Scotsman and various partners on a range of podcast series - including Data Capital, FutureWork (with Skills Development Scotland), A Greener World Needs A Plan (with Royal Bank of Scotland) and the ongoing Sustainable Scotland.
David brings his journalistic skill, eye for detail and very human approach to all the podcasts he has worked on. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending him as an excellent host who is always willing to listen and learn.
Sarah-Jane Laing
Chief Executive, Scottish Land & Estates
Everyone at Scottish Land & Estates was delighted with the way David Lee hosted our first virtual annual conference in November 2020 - so we invited him back for our second one in September 2021.
Moving our flagship event online was a big deal for SLE and it was reassuring to have a skilled and experienced host on board to guide us through.
David did another excellent job at our 2021 event (also online) and slipped seamlessly and skilfully back into in-person hosting when we were able to return to a face-to-face conference in 2022.”
Dr Caroline Howitt
Programme Director, Adam Smith’s Panmure House
Everyone at Panmure House is delighted with the podcasts David Lee has hosted for us. He brings a creative storyteller's eye to proceedings, gets the best from interviewees and ensures everything is produced to a very high standard. David always takes time to get under the skin of a project to understand what we want, and how to deliver it successfully.”
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