Rich Evans

General Manager Digital & Transformation at GWA Group Limited

Rich Evans has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. From 1999 to 2012, they worked at Bristan Group Ltd, starting as an IT Systems Developer and progressing to roles such as IT Manager, Head of IT, Head of IT & Customer Contact, and Marketing Manager - Bristan Trade. During their time at Bristan Group Ltd, they were responsible for brand development, multi-channel strategy, trade channel marketing, new product development, and loyalty programs.

In 2012, Rich joined Methven UK Limited as the IT & Operations Director, overseeing IT systems and process development. Rich later became the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the New Zealand market at Methven Ltd in 2016, a role they held until 2019.

Most recently, Rich has been employed at GWA Group Limited since 2019. Rich initially joined as the Head of Transformation & PMO and currently serves as the Chief Information Officer (Interim).

Rich Evans obtained a BSc Hons degree in Computing Science from Aston University from 1995 to 1999. During their time at Aston University, they focused on the field of study in Group Decision Support Systems. In 2008, they also attended ISEB and received a certification as an ITIL Manager. Later on, from 2005 to 2009, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Aston University, specializing in the field of study in Business Administration. Rich Evans also holds a certification as an ISEB ITIL Manager from the British Computer Society, although the specific details regarding the date of certification are not provided.

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