Richard Smith

Richard Smith has extensive work experience in various industries and roles. Richard currently holds the position of Vice President of Business Development and Strategy at BlueCrest since February 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Professional Services Global at BlueCrest Inc from March 2020 to February 2023. Before joining BlueCrest, Richard worked at Pitney Bowes as the Head of Solution Engineering Europe DMT, where they were responsible for designing and implementing productivity improvement consultancy services. Richard worked at Total Flow Limited as a consultant specializing in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing and Infrastructure sectors, delivering process manufacturing excellence. Richard also gained experience at Transactis Ltd as the Head of Data Services and Client Engagement, overseeing data operations and customer support. Richard has also held managerial positions at Ferag AG, Polestar Group, Polestar Chantry Bindery Ltd, and Polestar Specialist. Throughout their career, Richard has demonstrated leadership, strategic vision, and the ability to drive sustainable improvements.

Richard Smith attended Prince Henrys Grammar School from 1987 to 1992, but they did not pursue a degree or specific field of study during this time. In 2003, they participated in a BPIF Print Management program at Loughborough University, though no degree or field of study is mentioned. Later in 2006, they obtained a Master's Certificate in Business Administration from The University of Notre Dame Australia. In the same year, they also completed an executive program in High Value Management at The University of Manchester. Finally, they obtained another Master's Certificate in Business Administration and Management, General from The University of Notre Dame Australia in 2006.