David Reid

Entrepreneur, Business Mentor and International Speaker

David Reid is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, business mentor, and international speaker, best known as the founder of Birtenshaw.

He built his career by stepping outside traditional paths early on, developing a reputation for combining commercial instinct with a strong focus on people and long-term impact. Through Birtenshaw and his wider work, David has supported businesses and individuals in scaling performance, improving leadership, and navigating growth with clarity.

Alongside his entrepreneurial work, he operates as a mentor and coach, working closely with founders and senior leaders. His approach is centred on accountability, mindset, and execution,  helping clients move from ideas into measurable results.

David is also an experienced public speaker, delivering talks internationally on leadership, resilience, and business growth. His work consistently focuses on one core idea: that success is built through disciplined thinking, clear decision-making, and the ability to take action under pressure.

David Reid

Entrepreneur, Business Mentor and International Speaker

David Reid is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, business mentor, and international speaker, best known as the founder of Birtenshaw.

He built his career by stepping outside traditional paths early on, developing a reputation for combining commercial instinct with a strong focus on people and long-term impact. Through Birtenshaw and his wider work, David has supported businesses and individuals in scaling performance, improving leadership, and navigating growth with clarity.

Alongside his entrepreneurial work, he operates as a mentor and coach, working closely with founders and senior leaders. His approach is centred on accountability, mindset, and execution,  helping clients move from ideas into measurable results.

David is also an experienced public speaker, delivering talks internationally on leadership, resilience, and business growth. His work consistently focuses on one core idea: that success is built through disciplined thinking, clear decision-making, and the ability to take action under pressure.