David Wilson

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DISC Type : DS

Global Digital Transformation & Innovation Director at Kyowa Kirin International plc.

Taunton, England, United Kingdom

Overview

David is a Global Digital Transformation & Innovation Director at Kyowa Kirin, specializing in leading digital projects in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. With a BA (Hons) from Middlesex University, he excels at directing complex, multi-faceted strategies. Colleagues describe him as creative, pragmatic, and possessing eagle-eyed accuracy.

He founded CoCreate, a software company focused on enabling remote team collaboration, demonstrating an early passion for innovative digital solutions.

Personality Overview

Planner & Achiever

Dynamic But Sincere

Output-Driven

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

AI in Pharma
Recently co-chaired a conference session and led a panel on AI, Regulation & Compliance in the pharmaceutical industry, and holds related certifications on AI governance.
Digital Transformation
His entire career is focused on this, playing a pivotal role in driving the digital strategy for global specialty pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Leadership & Culture
Writes about the importance of feeling valued at work and questions how companies can achieve transformation without a visible commitment and belief system from leadership.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2024
Global Digital Transformation & Innovation Director at Kyowa Kirin International plc.
12-2020 - 8-2024
Digital Programme Director at Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd.
2-2020 - 7-2021
Project Director · Project Lead · Experience Director · Senior Project Manager · Creative Lead at Consultant
9-2017 - 7-2021
Founder, Board Director & Customer Experience Director at CoCreate
9-2012 - 7-2021
Board Director, Strategic Project, Consultancy & Production Director at Engage Works Ltd at Engage Works

Education

1987 - 1991
BA (Hons) from Middlesex University

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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And David

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