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United Kingdom David Davies OBE, with a distinguished career in broadcasting and sports administration, brings a depth of experience in media, communications, and strategic leadership to brands.
Longstanding role as a Senior Advisor, supporting the development of the consultancy's sports offerings, among other areas. Advises on sport and other subjects.
Appointed as a Vice President. The charity works across Europe for disability awareness and campaigns for accessibility to sport and sports stadia for disabled people in England and Wales.
Served as a board member from 2013 to 2016 for this charity, which promotes access to sport, play, and physical exercise for low and middle income families with children around the world.
A founding member of football's anti-racism campaign in England.
Chaired sporting and other conferences for Soccerex over several years.
Worked as a journalist, presenter, political correspondent and education correspondent on national TV and radio news, 5-Live, and BBC Sports. Regularly contributes to BBC News television and radio programmes.
Began his journalistic career as a lobby correspondent.
David Davies was born in London, England, UK, on May 28, 1948. He began his professional career as a reporter for BBC Wales, later serving as a lobby correspondent for LBC. His early career in journalism saw him contributing to prominent programs such as “Look North West,” “Nationwide,” “Nine O’Clock News,” “Grandstand,” and various BBC religious and sports broadcasts. He is also a trained teacher, having been educated at the Royal Masonic School, and holds a BA (Econ) in Politics from Sheffield University and later graduated from St Peter’s College, Oxford. This background provided him with a comprehensive understanding of media and public affairs, which would become central to his later roles.
Davies transitioned from broadcasting to sports administration, joining the English Football Association (FA). He quickly advanced through the ranks, eventually becoming the Executive Director. During his 13 years at the FA, he held various senior positions including director of communications and public affairs, head of football affairs, and director of international strategy. He played a significant role in the preparations for the European Football Championships in England in 1996 and was an early advocate for goal-line technology. His influence extended to working closely with England team managers such as Terry Venables, Glenn Hoddle, Kevin Keegan, and Sven-Göran Eriksson, earning him a reputation as a key figure in managing the public image of English football during challenging periods.
Since his retirement from the FA in 2006, David Davies OBE has continued to be an active consultant in sports and media. He has served as a senior advisor to Portland Communications, contributing to their sports offerings. His work also includes strategic roles in various international sports development programs, such as the Iraq United sport development program and as a senior advisor to the CEO of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Davies has also dedicated time to charity work, including being a founding member of the anti-racism “Kick It Out” campaign and serving on the board of International Inspiration. He was awarded an OBE in the 2007 New Year Honours for his services to sport.
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