Richard Allen

Richard Allen has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Starting in 1983, they worked as a Systems Developer/Analyst at Sema Group before transitioning to a Freelance Consultant role as a Database Designer/Analyst in 1988. Richard then joined Friends of the Earth as an IT Project Manager from 1995 to 2001. Following that, they worked at The National Gallery as a Systems Development Manager from 2001 to 2012. In 2012, they joined the British Red Cross as an Applications Manager, leading a team responsible for CRM systems, HR, and web applications/platforms. Richard then moved on to become the Business Systems Manager at The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health from 2017 to 2022. Currently, they hold the position of Head of IT at the same organization, overseeing all aspects of IT and Data management. Richard also served as the Treasurer Trustee at Abney Park Trust from 2014 to 2018.

Richard Allen attended the University of London from 1980 to 1983, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree with Honors in Physics and Computing. Following that, from 2000 to 2004, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at The Open University. The field of study for their MBA is not specified.