Richard Deverell

Richard Deverell has a diverse work experience in various high-level positions. Richard is currently the Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, where they oversee the operations and conservation projects of the botanic gardens. Prior to this, they were the Deputy Group Director at Ofcom, responsible for strategy, economics, and technology. Richard also had significant roles at the BBC, serving as the Director of the W12 Project and the Chief Operating Officer of BBC North, where they successfully established a broadcasting and web-content business at MediaCity in Salford. Richard has also held the position of Controller of Children's programming at the BBC and Head of BBC News Interactive, where they managed various interactive and on-demand services. Overall, Richard Deverell has extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and managing large teams and budgets.

Richard Deverell received an Honorary Doctorate of Science in Geology/Earth Science from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2022. Prior to that, they completed a BA in Science - Molecular Biology at the University of Cambridge from 1984 to 1987. Richard'seducation history also includes attending St Mary's College, Southampton from 1977 to 1984, although no degree or field of study is specified for this period.