#MENTOR
David Trayford
Educator, Creator of Talkware
David brings a wealth of experience, working with individuals, startups, and organizations of all sizes to refine their communication and innovation strategies. He’s designed workshops and programs for schools and universities worldwide, equipping the next generation with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Beyond education, David has hosted geopolitical and tech events across Europe, produced diverse creative projects, and even ventured into stand-up comedy. His background in London’s banking and broking sectors placed him at the forefront of cutting-edge financial products, where precision in communication was key.
SPECIALIZATION
Disruptive venture building, Scalable business models and Product strategy, Business strategy and strategy deployment, Innovation management practices, Fundraising, Management best practices and Leadership development, Customer experience and success, Management systems and processes design, Performance management and improvement (for example OKRs- objectives and key results), Operational excellence., Business problem-solving practices, Cost-Effectiveness, Continuous Improvement and Innovation practices, “Lean startups” and “Lean process and product development” (LPPD), Agile and Design Thinking, Business development and building sales operations and teams (with a focus on global expansion), HR practices and recruitment, Market entry strategy and global expansion