Richard Swain

Richard Swain is a seasoned branding and strategy professional with extensive experience in leading strategic initiatives and enhancing agency reputations. Currently serving as Principal for the Americas at DesignStudio since November 2021, Richard has been instrumental in establishing the firm's first physical office in New York City, significantly increasing headcount and visibility. Prior to this role, Richard was Executive Director of Strategy at Wolff Olins, focusing on building a strategy community in North America and securing key client wins. Richard also held multiple leadership positions at Huge, including GVP of Brand Strategy & Identity, where management of a global team and nurturing substantial business opportunities were key responsibilities. Previous experience at Landor as Senior Strategist involved developing comprehensive brand strategies for notable global brands. Richard holds a BA Joint Hons in American Studies & History from the University of Nottingham.