Richard Gardner

Richard Gardner is a highly accomplished leader currently serving as Managing Director and COO for the Markets Funding desk within Global Markets at Citi. With extensive experience in senior leadership roles across various financial institutions, they have successfully led initiatives in operations and technology, focusing on complex organizational transformations and digital change. Previously, Richard held positions such as Program Director for Global Markets Transformation at Citi and Chief Operating Officer for Japan at HSBC. They have a strong educational background, pursuing a BA Hons in Economics from the University of Nottingham and an MSc in Business Systems Analysis & Design from City University. Richard is passionate about building diverse teams to achieve strategic outcomes.