Meet Tim
This is Tim Davey, Co-Founder and Head of Technology
When did you join onefinestay?
Over a year ago. Greg had me at Hello.
And what is it that you do?
I head up the tech team.
Where do you live in London?
I've recently moved into a stunning Grade II listed Georgian terrace in Stockwell. I'm between Brixton and Stockwell, so its close to edgy artists, but also only 15 minutes to the center of town.
Who would be your guest of honour at your dinner party?
I want to say Tony Stark (big cartoon fan over here), he's pretty much the reason why I got into companies and crime-fighting. But I know better than to meet your hero, so I'm thinking it'd have to be someone more like Prof. Moriarty. Now there's a dude who knows how to put a plan together; he's a total charmer and clearly he would tell good stories, so the other guests would totally love him!
What is your favourite word?
Cwtch. Its a welsh word which doesn’t really exist in English. It means something along the lines of a big hug, or a person who's really good at hugging, or maybe even a big fat sofa which is awesome for hugging on. I'm sure you get the idea, cuddles are the name of the game...
When did you last get lost?
I seem to always be getting lost. When I was a kid I was always wondering off and nearly going off with total strangers. Not sure if I was making friends or looking for my marbles. Most people get scared when they get lost, but one thing you never are when lost, is bored. So, bring it on and throw away the map.
When did you last have an epiphany?
Four steps ago.
What was the best experience you ever had on holiday?
In my second year of uni I headed out to San Francisco for the summer. You'd think I went for all the flowers and hippies, but it was all about the business. I was with some absolutely brilliant people and somehow we managed to get the company off the ground. We had no money, slept on dirty garage floors, hot wired phone entry systems and crashed millionaire valley parties.
What is your favourite spot in London which you wouldn’t find on a map?
There's this tiny jazz club in Dalston, open one night in about every two months. Located in a stunning war-era church, its got a 1930s theme, with live bands, burlesque dancers and cocktails. And it's invitation only, which always makes you feel a bit special.
Tell us a secret.
The only thing I've ever stolen is a one penny sweet when I eight. It's plagued my conscience ever since... and its a genuine secret, I've never told anyone! Until now, but only because I'm pretty sure the sweet shop can't still be keeping tabs on me.
What will the title of your memoirs be?
Lost and Found.
