Richard Thorogood Miod

Richard Thorogood MIoD is a seasoned professional in the automotive industry, currently serving as the Chief Procurement Officer for Steer Automotive Group since May 2022, following the acquisition of Rainbow Bodyshop Group. Richard also holds the position of Chairman of the National Advisory Board (NBRA), having contributed to the organization's leadership since February 2019, and serves as an Executive Board Member for the Retail Motor Industry Federation Ltd (RMI) since May 2021. Previously, Richard was the Owner, Partner, and Group Managing Director of Rainbow Bodyshop Limited from January 2018 to September 2022, where strategic improvements led to industry-leading performance. Prior roles include Divisional Director at Nationwide Accident Repair Centres Limited and Group Managing Director at Seward Accident Repair Centres, with a extensive track record of integrating businesses and driving growth in the automotive repair sector.