David works at the Natural History Museum in London, and lectures at Imperial College. He is an entomologist specialising in rainforest insects and soil ecology. He has done fieldwork in 18 countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Gabon, Madagascar and French Guiana. He has published more than 50 research articles in scientific books and journals.

David is a multi-award-winning public speaker, and frequent after-dinner speaker. He has won the annual Toastmasters’ UK & Ireland Impromptu Speech championship five times. He also did stand-up comedy for five years, where he learnt to be a funny and engaging speaking.

David has developed four fascinating and humorous talks for general audiences, based on his research. All have proved very popular. He is often invited back every year until he has presented all four. David can also deliver all these talks online via Zoom.

TESTIMONIALS

“Dr David Jones proved to be a huge success with our members. He is a superb speaker, and his talk was full of information and humour”. Joan Morrad, Programme Secretary, Camberley Natural History Society

“Dr Jones’ entertaining talk ensured our annual summer event was a huge success. Feedback included "riveting", "fascinating", “humorous and informative”. There have been many requests for David to return for next year’s event.” John Maxen, Chair, Spelthorne Natural History Society

“David has given three talks over recent years to Basildon Natural History Society. They have been full of information, incorporating many of his personal experiences from working both in this country and abroad. He has a great sense of humour.” Mavis Waylett, Basildon Natural History Society

“David has a wonderfully engaging manner, and the masterful structuring of his speech had a powerful impact on the audience. He is an outstanding speaker.” Helen Smith, Tower Hamlets Education Business Partnership

“David’s natural charm and charisma entertained the audience from start to finish. When the Mayor was the one laughing the loudest we knew we had definitely booked a winner.” Heather Whittam, Compass Theatre Manager

“Simply brilliant. With such a wicked sense of humour, Doctor Jones can turn anything into a humorous story. Everything about his delivery – actions, expressions, bizarre twists in storyline – had us all laughing.” Clive Broadbent, IT Director and Events Organiser, Credit Suisse First Boston

“David is a highly entertaining speaker who can keep everyone alert, in order and interested, even in the difficult ‘after lunch’ slot. This is the second time we have booked David to speak. He really brings his subjects to life.” Jill Hewitt, Springtime Consultancy

“David has been our guest speaker on two occasions. He is a very humorous and articulate chap who speaks interestingly about his scientific work and other subjects. I commend him to anyone looking for an entertaining after-dinner speaker.” Colonel John Nowers, Rotary Club of Chatham

“David gave a talk to about 200 of our members which was engaging, witty, and very interesting. I have no hesitation in recommending him to other organisations looking for a top quality speaker.” Chris Steward, Chairman, Wanstead & Woodford U3A

“During a recent study day, David gave two talks. Both were very informative, entertaining, and well-illustrated. David answered our questions with great insight, and we all went home feeling more knowledgeable about the subjects.” Ian Funnell, Surrey U3A Network

“Over 100 of our members tuned in for Dr Jones’ talk on Zoom about Tropical Rainforests. His talk had us hanging on every word, and was supported by wonderful pictures. David’s enthusiasm for his work shines through. We will be inviting him back.” Rosemary Richardson, Ealing U3A Talks Organiser

“David's talk to our U3A recently on how tropical rainforests work, was absolutely brilliant and everyone was wowed by his knowledge and eloquence. He has a humorous and informative presentational style which certainly engaged our audience.” Shela Rowan, Faringdon U3A Speaker Co-ordinator

"David has a winning formula with his scientific knowledge leavened with humour and audience interaction. His session on The Most Dangerous Animals on Earth was much enjoyed." Jane Tuckett, Thameside Wallingford U3A

“David's talk was not only fascinating, but very educational. His professional and humorous presentation held our audience rapt throughout. There were numerous compliments from our Members afterwards. We shall be asking David to return.” Jan Dear, Hawkhurst U3A

“Dr David Jones has spoken to our Ealing U3A group on a range of different subjects, and on each occasion his talks have been interesting and delivered with eloquence and a fair degree of wit. We are looking forward to him coming back to speak to us again in 2018.” John Moore, Deputy Chairman, Ealing U3A

“David is an articulate young man who manages, in an interesting way, to combine his obvious grasp of the subject with a ready sense of humour.” Gerald Coldham, Rotary Club of Chingford

“Dr Jones, with his expert knowledge and experience, brings the major problems affecting the ecology of the rain forests of the world to the attention of the general public. His presentation is both informative and humorous, and his mode of delivery was a pleasure to listen to.” Audrey Harris, NHS Retirement Fellowship, Basildon & Thurrock branch