About us

ABOUT US

Built on people. Evolved for what comes next.

Davidson began in 1991 as an executive search and recruitment firm. Today, we bring together people, strategy and technology to help organisations perform, adapt and lead.

OUR VALUES

The standards behind how we work

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Beyond now

We think in decades, not days.

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1+1

None of us achieves our full potential alone.

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Heart & humanity

We lead with integrity and care.

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Campsite 4

We go further when it matters.

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Pursuit of happiness

Work should contribute to a life well lived.

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Live it, breathe it

Trust and humility are daily standards we hold ourselves to.

OUR SOCIAL COMMITMENT

Turning our commitments into action

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Inclusive participation

Creating workplaces where different perspectives are valued and people have the opportunity to participate and contribute.

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First Nations friendship

Building long-term relationships with First Nations people and organisations through friendship, learning, volunteering and practical support.

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Community impact

Contributing our time, expertise and resources to organisations and causes that strengthen our communities.

OUR LEADERSHIP

Meet the people leading davidson

Executive

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Trent McMahon

Chief Financial Officer
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Stacey Lacy

Chief of Staff
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Darren Frlan

Group General Manager

Senior

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Stephen Veness

Group Manager -

Growth
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Michael Donnelly

National General Manager -Professional recruitment 
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Luke Heine

National Senior Partner -

Strategy & Performance 
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Luke Henningsen

National Senior Partner - 

Executive search

CLIENT PERSPECTIVES

What it’s like to work with Davidson

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Davidson moved quickly, listened deeply and developed a thorough understanding of the brief. They were also prepared to challenge our thinking when it mattered. 


Deputy Electoral Commissioner

Public Sector


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Davidson was strategic, creative and insightful. Our Board and senior management team both commented on the strength of the information and advice provided.



Non-Executive Director

Not-For-Profit Industry

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Davidson was on top of the assignment from day one. They were responsive and engaged, with excellent management of both the process and candidate experience.



Director People and Culture

Higher Education Industry

Davidson were responsive and clear. They understood our business needs, timing and the impact of change on our people.



Head of Process Optimisation, People Shared Services

Banking and Financial Services Industry

Davidson moved quickly, listened deeply and developed a thorough understanding of the brief. They were also prepared to challenge our thinking when it mattered. 


Deputy Electoral Commissioner

Public Sector


Davidson was strategic, creative and insightful. Our Board and senior management team both commented on the strength of the information and advice provided.



Non-Executive Director

Not-For-Profit Industry

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“Davidson didn’t just fill a role — they took the time to understand our culture and find someone who truly aligned with our vision. Their approach was thoughtful, professional, and delivered exceptional results and will con…”



Michelle Daley

Senior VP of Marketing

“The Davidson team brought clarity to a complex challenge and worked alongside us to deliver meaningful change. Their expertise, collaboration, and commitment made a real difference.”


James Carter

Executive Director

“Davidson didn’t just fill a role — they took the time to understand our culture and find someone who truly aligned with our vision. Their approach was thoughtful, professional, and delivered exceptional results and will con…”



Michelle Daley

Senior VP of Marketing

“The Davidson team brought clarity to a complex challenge and worked alongside us to deliver meaningful change. Their expertise, collaboration, and commitment made a real difference.”


James Carter

Executive Director

CONTACT US

Let’s create better outcomes together

Talk to us about the people, strategy or technology challenge your organisation needs to solve next.