This document provides information about David McIntosh, who has 34 years of management experience and 19 years of experience in people development. He currently works as an L&D consultant after previously holding in-house L&D roles at companies like United Biscuits and Allied Domecq. The document also discusses the concept of MQ, which refers to the competencies that successful managers and leaders employ to achieve business results, and how an MQ assessment can objectively, scientifically, and reliably measure these competencies in a fast, cost-effective manner.