David Mills

David Mills leads the firm's global Technology Sector. Based in London, he focuses on search and assessment assignments for high-tech and communications companies. David leads several key client relationships for the firm and has completed numerous high-profile searches for president, COO, CMO and CTO roles in both public and private corporations. David was previously Country Manager for the firm's U.K. business. 

Recent Client Experience

David has considerable experience in advising clients on senior-level appointments and has deep domain expertise in the Global Mobile market. Recent notable projects include helping operators and telecom services businesses address new talent needs in the web2.0 and enterprise solutions markets, as well as finding outstanding candidates for CEO, business unit head and CMO roles. Notably he has led several global searches for India's leading technology companies. He has also conducted senior executive assessment and benchmarking projects for clients to help them identify experience and skills gaps within existing teams and analyse whether they have the right leadership team to help them meet their strategic objectives. David is also working with clients on diversity related projects.

Previous Experience

Prior to joining Russell Reynolds Associates in 1997, David worked in Product Management and Programme Management for leading wireless operators, including roles with T-Mobile (formerly MediaOne and C&W JV) and also Hutchison Telecom.

Education

David received his B.Sc. in economics and business finance from Brunel University of West London.