John-David Morris

About John-David Morris

Say the hard thing, the right way. Most difficult conversations don\'t need clever solutions - they need clear communication. The price increase you\'re dreading. The performance issue you\'ve been avoiding. The negotiation where you\'re not sure how to hold your ground. I help commercial leaders and business owners prepare for high-stakes conversations where how you say it matters as much as what you say. I won\'t promise to save the account or guarantee an outcome. What I will do is help you frame the conversation so you maintain your integrity, keep communication lines open, and position yourself to rebuild what matters over time. My Background I\'m JD Morris. I currently lead key accounts for a defense supplier, and I\'ve spent over a decade in high-stakes commercial roles across aerospace and automotive, where miscommunication costs millions and relationships take years to build. I\'ve raised prices, defended against aggressive competitors, and navigated countless conversations where clarity was the only way through. I started Morris Strategic Advising because I learned that honest dialogue solves more problems than tactics ever will. If you\'re navigating rough water before a difficult conversation, let\'s connect.

Experience

1. Founder

   Morris Strategic Advising

   May 2024 — Present

   Morris Strategic Advising helps business leaders prepare for difficult conversations where clarity and discretion matter.I work one-on-one with commercial leaders and business owners facing high-stakes situations - defending value against competitors, raising prices, delivering tough feedback, or navigating critical negotiations. My focus is helping you frame what needs to be said so you can maintain your integrity and keep relationships intact.This is confidential, personalized work. No templates, no group programs - just direct collaboration on the conversation you\'re facing.I\'m JD Morris, and I\'ve spent over a decade in commercial roles across automotive, aerospace, and defense, managing key accounts where miscommunication has real consequences. I know what it\'s like to deliver hard news, hold ground under pressure, and rebuild relationships when things go sideways.If you\'re navigating a difficult conversation and need someone to help you think it through, reach out directly.

Education

• University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2016 — 2018

• Cameron School of Business at UNC Wilmington

  B.S

  2006 — 2010

Skills

• Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Time Management
• Data Analysis
• Social Media
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Leadership
• Training
• Public Speaking
• Customer Service
• Team Leadership
• Policy
• Auditing
• Analysis