David Taylor-Smith

David Taylor-Smith possesses extensive leadership experience across various sectors, currently serving as Non Executive Chair for CWS Hygiene and Wates Property Services, and as Senior Advisor for Haniel and Pictet Group. Taylor-Smith has held prominent roles such as Chairman for OCU Group and WJ, and previously led Mabey Hire Ltd to a successful turnaround before stepping down. Other notable positions include Group CEO for both phs Group and VPS. Taylor-Smith's educational background includes military training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Southampton, where involvement in student leadership was notable.