“As the incoming President of CIWEM, I was keen to ensure that our annual worldwide members' webinar was a success. And an important part of the great success was thanks to David. As the keynote speaker, he really left a lasting impact on our people. So much so that he was quoted on several occasions throughout the event. He is inspirational, genuinely caring, and passionate about ensuring that we enhance lives, livelihoods, and there planet. For any organisation that manages complex environmental, community, or sustainability issues or, for that matter, is grappling with seismic change, I strongly recommend that you devote time to having David speak to your leaders, managers, and staff.”

Bushra Hussein, President, Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM), UAE

“If you’re looking for a speaker who can ignite epiphanies in your organisation, inspire and motivate your teams, and foster a sense of value and engagement among everyone in the room, I cannot recommend David Ross highly enough.

Having read David’s insightful and timely book, Confronting the Storm, my colleagues and I invited him to present to a group of passionate yet time-pressed professionals from across Saudi Arabia. Based on past experiences with speakers, we knew there was a risk that a virtual audience might disengage or walk away without any meaningful takeaways, returning to business as usual.

David’s presentation, however, exceeded all expectations. His ability to seamlessly share powerful insights while genuinely listening to and involving the audience was remarkable. He understood the nuances of cultural differences and skilfully kept even the busiest professionals actively engaged and deeply reflective—not just during the session but long after it ended.

David’s unique approach leaves audiences informed, inspired, and ready to act. What more could you ask for in a speaker?”

Steve Moore, Chief Executive Officer, Riyadh

“I love David's work because, at its heart is a conviction so deep, profound and it offers healing instead of conflict and enables human beings to replace suspicion, anger and conflict with love and openness. The World today is ripped by conflict - none of it necessary and all of it destructive. That's why we need voices like that of David to be encouraged and heard. Thank you. 😊”

Mike Stevenson, International Speaker, Edinburgh

“David moved us forward in our visioning and strategic thinking far faster than we could have ever done both within our team and, I am confident, with most any other advisor ... David is one of three people in my Kitchen-Cabinet – a trusted, empathetic, complexity genius, and confidante.”

Entrepreneur / Serial Disruptor, California

“After experiencing difficulties and divisiveness in Board meetings due to some disruptive Board members, I worked with David in his capacity as an executive coach and strategic advisor. Rather than jumping into solution mode, he took the time… to truly understand my situation. As a result, my next Board meeting was an absolute success.”

Chair, Global Not-for-Profit, Paris

“David’s ability to grasp my comprehensive vision, so quickly, is very rare. With his assistance, his insights, and ability to anticipate how [my project] could interact with its countless stakeholders across the world, he has helped me enormously. I would strongly recommend that you engage David on your next complex – or controversial – strategy or project.”

Global Entrepreneur & Serial Disruptor, County Cork

“Last night, the GM asked if I’d consider being Acting GM! ... I almost said no. Then I got myself together and said, yes, I’d like to do that. Me getting to this point, where I can articulate that I have ambition, and that there’s some stuff I’m good at, has been more than a tiny bit influenced by you, brilliantly leading me down a path to where I’m feeling more confident.”

Senior Manager, Local Government, Tasmania

“David’s insightful observations, backed with perceptive questioning make each conversation a valuable one. Personally, his compassion and real understanding of people allowed me to question my personal assumptions, allowing me to refine my true purpose, test my personal boundaries, bringing about growth and learning.”

Executive Manager, State Government, Sydney

“Working with David on a large, complex project with a number of stakeholders, I found him to be a person of integrity, who had the ability to build rapport with everyone involved in the project, regardless of their beliefs and background... I would have no hesitation in recommending David in working with stakeholders and as an independent chair.”

Managing Director, Brisbane

“David Ross is an insightful and committed consultant. His ability to listen to ‘the problem’ with the patience and understanding of complex situations and issues is refreshing. More than this, David is clearly results driven and can turn a problem into an opportunity for layered resolution.”

District Director, State Government, Sydney

“The turnaround in the discussions over the past 12 months has been amazing – primarily because of your coaching and facilitation, David.”

Community member, Sydney

“It was really impressive the way you brought everyone’s views together.”

Board Member, Not-For-Profit, Melbourne

“It has been a pleasure working with David and I am pleased to recommend him as an experienced and highly effective facilitator, mediator and/or engagement adviser.”

National Stakeholder and Community Engagement Manager, Melbourne

“David is one of the most genuine people I know so I was delighted to see him create his vision for sustainability through Phoenix. He is always generous with his advice. His unique and diverse background means he can effect transformational change for the enterprises he works with.”

Entrepreneur, Perth