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Richard Choularton is a highly experienced professional in disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and agricultural development. Currently serving as Vice President of Operations at Tetra Tech since October 2016, Richard leads various sectors including Agricultural and Economic Growth and Democracy and Governance. Notable roles include Chief of Party for the USAID Climate Adaptation Support Activity and Director of the Agriculture and Economic Growth Sector at Tetra Tech, where Richard significantly increased revenue and diversified the client base. Richard has held leadership positions at the World Food Programme, focusing on climate change and disaster risk initiatives, and has contributed to various humanitarian efforts globally. Additionally, Richard serves as a mentor for agricultural tech startups and is an active volunteer as a search and rescue technician. Richard's academic background includes a PhD candidacy in Risk and Safety from Lund University, along with multiple degrees in relevant fields.