“Graham advises the Board on narrative strategy. He helps our members craft messages that resonate with global decision-makers, ensuring that their ‘Japan story’ is heard and understood.”
Graham Davis
Former Tokyo Bureau Chief, The Economist
Former Managing Director, The Economist Group (Asia Pacific)
Strategic Media AdvisorFor over two decades, Graham Davis has served as a primary lens through which the global business elite views Japan. His career at The Economist—arguably the world’s most influential publication—is unique in its breadth. Graham is one of the few individuals to have held senior leadership roles on both the editorial and commercial sides of the aisle.
As Tokyo Bureau Chief, he was responsible for dissecting Japan’s political economy for a global audience, demanding rigorous analysis and clarity of thought. Later, transitioning to the commercial side as Managing Director for Asia Pacific, he navigated the business realities of the media landscape, driving strategy across the region.
This dual perspective—journalist and executive—grants him a rare ability to advise on thought leadership. He understands not only what makes a story intellectually credible but also what makes it commercially viable. He guides organizations on how to articulate their value proposition in a way that withstands the scrutiny of the international market.