FGS Global today announced that Tim Davie CBE has joined the firm as a Partner. Tim will work with FGS Global's Strategy & Reputation team to grow and deepen the firm's CEO and board advisory offer.
Tim served as the 17th Director-General of the BBC from September 2020 to April 2026, leading one of the world's most recognized public institutions through a period of intense public and political scrutiny. During his tenure at the BBC, he also served as Chief Executive of BBC Studios, where he oversaw the merger of the BBC's production and distribution arms and built the business to an annual turnover of over £1.4bn. Before joining the BBC, Tim held senior roles at PepsiCo Europe and began his career at Procter & Gamble.
"Tim brings a depth of experience that is genuinely rare. He has led one of the world's most complex and scrutinized institutions, navigated some of the most demanding moments in modern public life, and built lasting relationships across the U.K. and international business community. As we continue to grow our CEO and board advisory offer, having Tim as part of the team is an exceptional addition" said Faeth Birch, UKMEA CEO, FGS Global
Tim was appointed CBE in 2018 for services to International Trade. He has served as a Trustee of the Tate and the Royal Television Society.
"I've spent my career working at the intersection of public life, commercial pressure, and institutional leadership - and that's exactly where FGS operates. The firm's reputation for advising leaders through their most consequential moments is well earned, and I'm looking forward to contributing to that work," added Tim Davie CBE, Partner, FGS Global
In addition to his role at FGS Global, Tim will also be joining the board of KKR portfolio company Mediawan and continue to be the industry co-Chair of the Creative Industries Council, a joint forum that brings together the UK government and leaders from the creative sectors to boost economic growth.
About FGS Global
FGS Global partners with the world's most influential leaders to move minds and markets. Working where business, government, and public opinion intersect, we advise CEOs, boards, and leadership teams at the most consequential moments.
Our expertise spans strategic and financial communications, policy and public affairs, corporate reputation, crisis management, and data-driven digital engagement. Across 31 global offices, our partners draw on the full depth of the firm so clients can operate with clarity, act with confidence, and lead with trust.