Richard Rapley

Richard Rapley has a diverse work experience spanning across various industries. Richard is currently employed as a Customer Success Manager at GatherContent by Bynder since February 2023. Prior to that, they worked at ShelterBox as a member of the ShelterBox Response Team (SRT) starting in October 2012. From March 2022 to January 2023, Richard served as the Marketing and Commercial Development Director at MCM, where they focused on helping brands enhance their online performance.

Before their role at MCM, Richard held two positions at Purechannels. Richard started as the Client Services Director in October 2018 and was later promoted to Head of Partnerships in January 2021. At Madgex, Richard worked as an Account Director from January 2017 to June 2018, where they collaborated with top-tier clients to enable their growth and develop strong relationships with stakeholders.

From November 2012 to February 2017, Richard worked at purechannelapps Limited as a Key Account Director. Richard was responsible for managing strategic global accounts, increasing adoption and engagement, and developing executive-level relationships within client organizations. Prior to that, Richard served as a Director at MCM Net from December 2007 to November 2012, where they oversaw project planning and delivery, account management, and agency operations.

Earlier in their career, Richard worked as an Events Marketing Manager at OLM Pavilion from December 2004 to December 2007. Richard also had experience in the Healthcare division at Frost & Sullivan, where they worked as a Healthcare Account Executive from November 2003 to December 2004. Additionally, Richard served as a Project Coordinator at Canterbury Christ Church University's Centre for Enterprise and Business Development from June 2003 to December 2003, where they contributed to workforce development strategy research for the Thanet District Council and local businesses.

Richard Rapley attended Battle Abbey School from 1989 to 1995, where they completed their GCSEs. Afterward, they enrolled at Bexhill College from 1995 to 1997, where they pursued A Levels in English, Media Studies, and Business Studies. Finally, Richard attended Canterbury Christ Church University from 2000 to 2003, where they obtained a BSc (Hons) degree in Marketing and Business Studies.