Principal - Blockchain & Digital Assets leader
Deloitte & Touche LLP
Tim Davis leads Deloitte’s Blockchain and Digital Assets (BDA) Consulting practice and brings more than 30 years of experience in helping organizations navigate emerging technology cycles. Throughout his career with Deloitte, he has advised a broad spectrum of clients—from large multinational technology companies to high-growth startups—on innovation, digital transformation, and adoption of next-generation technologies. In the BDA space, Tim works closely with major banks, payment intermediaries, custodians, and enterprises integrating digital assets into their strategies and operations. He is advising several clients on tokenized deposit and payment stablecoin adoption.
Having lived and worked in Europe, South Africa, and the United Kingdom, Tim brings a global perspective to his leadership and client work. He also collaborates with universities and research institutions to advance blockchain technology, standards, and education, further positioning Deloitte as a trusted advisor in the industry.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, Tim serves on the board of the Deloitte Foundation, a U.S. education nonprofit focused on developing future talent and fostering excellence in teaching, research, and curriculum innovation. He is also an emeritus board member of Treehouse for Kids, a Washington State nonprofit supporting foster youth through education, and he volunteers with Operation Nightwatch in Seattle, which serves the local homeless community. Outside of his community work, Tim enjoys hiking year-round on the many trails across the Pacific Northwest.
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