Alistair Thomson


Senior Consultant, The King’s Fund; England


Alistair is an experienced organisational development (OD) practitioner, having been a member of senior leadership teams in the health, education and charity sectors. Previously Alistair worked within the public sector, particularly in local government (social care) and health. He has also worked in the NHS supporting the creation of clinical commissioning groups, and the development of the associated clinical support units. Alistair moved from the NHS to a national charity, where he led on the development of organisational values and a review in organisational culture. Alistair is passionate about OD, with a particular interest and focus on dialogic OD work, organisational culture and group dynamics. He enjoys working with groups solving complex problems that require a deep understanding of relationships and self. Alistair holds a Masters degree in people and organisational development, is a qualified CIPFA accountant and a Fellow of CIPD.