Testimonials

Richard and I first got to know each other during my time as Chief Digital Officer at Costa Coffee. We know a lot of the same people in hospitality, we keep in touch and he continues to be a high-value contact within hospitality circles.

Arslan Sharif

Chief Digital & Information Officer, Moto Hospitality

Richard and I have known one another for many years. He is well connected with very senior figures across the Leisure & Hospitality space and I firmly trust his advice and guidance on hospitality related topics. He has been a great sounding board to me over the years and I am delighted to call him a friend.

Zoe Bowley

Executive MD - Greene King Pubs, Greene King Plc

Richard has worked with Gregg’s Plc for a number of years, initially with our former CEO Roger Whiteside and latterly with me since assuming the position of CEO in 2022. Richard knows our business well and makes the effort to keep abreast of what we’re doing. Equally, he keeps me up to speed with compelling resources for potential projects I might be considering and has provided us with various interim specialists across Investor Relations, Loyalty, and International Growth. I enjoy our get-togethers and recognise him as a great connection within the hospitality space.

Roisin Currie CBE

CEO Gregg's Plc

I have worked with Richard for a number of years both in my capacity as CEO for Parkdean Resorts but also previously as CEO for Casual Dining Group. He has been engaged extensively by me and my executive board, helping us with the provision of senior experts and resources that have been played crucial roles in the delivery of critical projects and transformations.

Steve Richards

CEO, Parkdean Resorts

Rich is a great guy to know in the hospitality world. We share ideas, advice and support each other where we can. A top guy to have a beer with and a reliable person to know if you need to pick a 'hospitality brain' or require some help in a hurry.

Brandon Stephens

Founder, Tortilla Plc and Operating Partner, TriSpan LLP

Richard and I have worked very closely over the last couple of years and he has been of great support to me in my recent, former position as Chief Customer Officer with Parkdean Resorts. He has taken time to get to know me, my teams and to grasp my objectives, expectations fro high standards. He digests a complicated challenge quickly and has provided me with exceptionally talented resources that have 'hit the mark' and helped me profoundly.

Xavier Vallee

Chief Technology & A.I Officer - Travel Partner Group

I know Rich as an influential provider of great people in the hospitality sector. Whilst now good friends, we intially met in my capacity as Operations Director with PizzaExpress several yeas ago. He knows his stuff and I rate him highly.

Lee Homer

Chief Operating Officer - McDonalds, Nordics