David McEwen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in consulting and strategic management, currently serving as the Director and co-founder of Adaptive Capability since 2014, where services focus on helping businesses navigate climate change and environmental risks. McEwen is also a Freelance Columnist for illuminem and has previously held leadership positions at Colliers International, where expertise included sustainability consulting and workplace strategies, and Roberts Weaver Group. Early career experience ranges from managing corporate relocation projects at FMS Consulting to operational roles in the New Zealand Debt Management Office. Educational qualifications include an Executive MBA from AGSM @ UNSW Business School and degrees in Management, Finance, Information Systems, and Classical Studies from Victoria University of Wellington.