Monday, 27 January 2025

University of Bradford TEAMS webinar - Bradford's got Talent: Meet MBA Alumnus David Jones, 30 January

 Webinar is on Thursday at 11-12 GMT:


Bradford's Got Talent: Meet MBA Alumnus David Jones



There is still time to register your place at our upcoming webinar on Thursday, 30 January (11:00–12:00 GMT) featuring MBA alumnus David Jones, Chief Executive Officer and Partner at Mercer Talent Enterprise. for an inspiring webinar featuring MBA alumnus David Jones, Chief Executive Officer and Partner at Mercer Talent Enterprise. Presented by the teams behind 'Meet the Alumni' and 'MBA+ Global Updates', this session offers a unique opportunity to learn from David's remarkable career journey.

David will tell us about his extraordinary journey, from co-founding The Talent Enterprise in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to leading its successful acquisition by Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC). With over 34 years of experience in human capital, David has worked with clients in more than 40 countries, offering invaluable insights into talent, leadership, and organisational transformation.

David will explore:

  • The Journey of Innovation: Discover the pivotal moments and innovative strategies that propelled David's career from a corporate role to co-founding a startup in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and leading a major acquisition by Mercer.
  • Mastering Global Acquisitions: Gain exclusive insights into the art of negotiating and executing successful global acquisitions, with practical tips and strategies for aspiring business leaders.
  • Overcoming Challenges: Learn about the real-world challenges David faced and the invaluable lessons learned, providing a roadmap for navigating the complexities of the business world.

This is a unique opportunity to learn from an industry leader and discover how you can apply these insights to your own career. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration from one of our esteemed MBA alumni.

We look forward to welcoming you to this virtual event.

Best wishes,
Alumni Team

 

 

 

 

About the speaker

 

Portrait of David Jones, who is smiling at the camera and is smartly dressed in a navy blazer and white smart shirt.

 

David Jones
Chief Executive Officer and Partner, Mercer Talent Enterprise
 

David Jones is the Chief Executive Officer and Partner at Mercer Talent Enterprise, a global talent assessment, technology, and leadership development business, now part of Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC).
 
In 2013, David co-founded The Talent Enterprise in Dubai, pioneering innovative talent assessment and leadership solutions. Under his leadership, the company grew rapidly, serving 250+ clients globally, before being acquired by Mercer in 2024. He now leads Mercer Talent Enterprise, integrating psychology, data science, and technology to drive workforce transformation.

With over 34 years of human capital experience, David has worked with clients in over 40 countries on a broad range of projects, including talent, leadership, assessment, performance, transformation, innovation, and inclusion. During this time, he spearheaded the development of The Science of Behaviourmetry®, a pioneering concept that blends contemporary psychometric tools and assessment solutions with technology advances and data science. This approach provides deep insights into individual, team, and organisational behaviour, enabling critical people decisions.

David holds an undergraduate degree from the University of York, a postgraduate degree from the University of West England, and an MBA from the University of Bradford. An expert adviser and author, he lectures at top institutions worldwide and has published several acclaimed books, including The Future of Assessments. 

 

 

 

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