Richard Norton

Richard Norton has over 20 years of work experience in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and FMCG. Their most recent role was as the Head of Global eCommerce for Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited, where they oversaw global eCommerce and cross-border eCommerce for multiple brands. Prior to this, they served as the Head of Global Marketing and Global eCommerce for the same company, focusing on brand development and value creation in APAC and the USA.

Before joining Alliance Pharmaceuticals, Richard worked at Nestlé Skin Health (Galderma) as the Global Commercial Excellence Director, where they built sales and marketing processes and capabilities to enhance the organization's business and customer focus. Richard also worked closely with other departments within Nestlé, such as Nespresso and Purina, to align capabilities and tools.

Richard also gained experience at Nicoventures Ltd, where they led the development and commercialization of a regulated/e-cigarette product portfolio. Richard was responsible for the full marketing mix, including brand identity and engagement with regulatory bodies.

Additionally, Richard served as the Marketing Director for OTC Consumer Health and Head of Digital Strategy/Activation and Insights at Johnson & Johnson. Richard played a key role in driving growth for brands such as Nicorette, Imodium, and Regaine.

Richard's earlier experiences include working as a Senior Industry Sales Manager at Google, a Global Brand Director for Novartis, a Category Marketing Manager at Reckitt Benckiser, and various brand management positions at Pfizer Consumer Healthcare.

Richard began their career as a Pharmacy Manager at LLOYDS PHARMACY LIMITED. Overall, Richard Norton has a proven track record of strategic leadership, brand development, and delivering business results in the healthcare and FMCG industries.

Richard Norton attended Aston University from 1988 to 1992, where they obtained a degree in Pharmacy. Richard also earned Certificates, Advanced Certificates, and a Diploma in Marketing from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing.