Daniel Lee, new Group CEO, Hewshott International
Published on 2nd February 2026
Hewshott, one of the industry leading global AV, IT, Theatre, and Acoustics consultancy firms has completed a global transition with current UK Managing Director, Daniel Lee, acquiring Hewshott and becoming the new Group CEO. Under Dan’s ownership, Hewshott will continue its 24-year legacy of independence, ethical conduct, and exceptional client experience. Founder and outgoing Group CEO, Peter Hunt, will continue as MD of Hewshott Australia, while maintaining his industry association roles.
The leadership transition has been strategically planned to foster stability, continuity, and create new opportunities. Building on the foundations instilled by Peter from day one, Dan plans to evolve and amplify the company’s global capability to be unified, visible, and influential, all while staying true to the same core 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.”
The transition is not a change in direction, but a ‘passing of the baton’ where Dan will oversee a continuation of a shared philosophy and culture. Peter’s decision to strategically build Hewshott to thrive outside his presence has made the transition seamless – essentially ‘business as usual.’
“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.”
Peter’s tenure has been defined by significant organic expansion across multiple countries – some by invitation, others through determination. Trust was hard-earned over many years, built on a founding commitment to independence from supplier and manufacturer influence, where solutions are selected based on what is right for the client, not commercial alignment.
“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.”
Hewshott’s value has always been rooted in uncovering what clients truly need and guiding them to the right solution. Now as holistic experiences occupy centre stage, a fully integrated approach to space and experience is key.
Dan explains that Hewshott has been on this journey for several years, transitioning from a technology design consultancy into a holistic experience-design partner, integrating AV, IT, acoustics, theatre, Smart, and studio disciplines. It’s one that has been quietly trialled in the UK with substantial success, and which the global team is passionate about developing further across the world.
“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.”
Peter reflects on how the company was built on people, not products, expressing gratitude towards past and present clients for placing their trust in Hewshott 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.”