Richard Cleaver

Richard Cleaver is an independent consultant currently serving as an Optimiser at Smart/tasking since September 2023, specializing in enhancing technology delivery capabilities for organizations through tailored industry best practices. With over a decade of experience, Richard has held various roles including Group Technology Quality Improvement Manager at Kingfisher plc, Head of Digital Portfolio and Software Assurance Manager at telent Technology Services Ltd, and Quality Assurance Manager at Hymans Robertson, where the responsibilities included managing a national Quality Assurance team. Richard's career began in the pensions sector with positions at KPMG and Hewitt Associates. Richard's educational background includes studies at Cadbury College Birmingham, Lady Elizabeth School in Spain, and International College in Spain.