Hewshott, the global consultancy specialising in AV, IT, Theatre, and Acoustics, has completed a significant leadership transition as UK Managing Director Daniel Lee acquires the business and assumes the role of Group CEO.
The transition marks a new chapter for Hewshott while safeguarding its 24-year legacy of independence, ethical practice, and exceptional client experience. Founder and outgoing Group CEO Peter Hunt will continue to lead Hewshott Australia as Managing Director, alongside maintaining his long-standing industry association roles.
Carefully planned over time, the leadership change is designed to ensure stability, continuity, and long-term growth. Building on the strong foundations laid by Peter from the company’s inception, Dan’s vision is to strengthen Hewshott’s global presence and bring greater unity, visibility, and influence across regions while remaining firmly anchored to the principles that define the Hewshott way.
“Everything Peter’s done has meant that I’m starting from a place where I don’t have to fix anything, because nothing’s broken,” explained Dan. “The power of Hewshott means I can just continue amplifying what we already do.”
Rather than signalling a change in direction, the transition represents a deliberate passing of the baton. Hewshott’s philosophy, values, and client-first mindset remain unchanged, with day-to-day operations continuing seamlessly.
“I’ve never wanted the company to be wholly dependent on me,” explained Peter. “Dan has very strong people skills and clarity of thought, making him a natural to take the business from where it is now to the next level.”
Under Peter’s leadership, Hewshott experienced sustained organic growth across multiple international markets, sometimes by invitation, sometimes through sheer determination. Central to this success was a foundational commitment to independence: remaining free from supplier and manufacturer influence so that every solution is selected solely in the client’s best interest.
“That early decision to remain true to our independence has now put us in a strong position,” Peter added. “It was not an easy path, but it always felt right.”
As the built environment increasingly focuses on experience rather than just infrastructure, Hewshott’s role has evolved accordingly. The consultancy’s value lies in uncovering what clients truly need and shaping environments that respond to those needs holistically.
Dan notes that this evolution has been underway for several years. Hewshott has been transitioning from a traditional technology design consultancy into a fully integrated experience-design partner. By bringing together AV, IT, acoustics, theatre, smart building, and studio disciplines, the model has already seen strong success in the UK and is now set to expand globally.
“It’s not a shift away from technology but a broadening towards designing spaces where experience leads and technology quietly enables,” explained Dan. “One that’s based entirely on what the desired outcomes are for a particular space, building, or set of users.”
Reflecting on the journey, Peter emphasised that Hewshott has always been built on people rather than products, expressing gratitude to the clients and teams who have shaped the company over the years.
“Where we are today, the company is very strong,” expressed Peter. “We couldn’t have done it without our clients, nor could we do this without our staff, both in equal measures, past and present. Every single one of them is very special to me, and I know that means as much to Dan too.”
