Richard Smith

Richard Smith has a comprehensive work experience spanning several industries. Richard most recently served as the Chief Financial Officer for European Operations at Thrive since May 2021. Prior to that, they worked as the Chief Financial Officer at ONI, a THRIVE Company, where they led the company to a successful exit in 2021. Richard also held the role of Non-Executive Director at Milton Keynes Education Trust from 2011 to 2022. Richard has extensive experience as a finance director and director in various companies, including Railcare Limited, MRSE Limited, and McGinley Support Services Ltd. Additionally, Richard has held positions at Nestor Healthcare Group plc and LucasVarity plc, where they served as the Group Financial Controller and Business Analysis Manager, respectively. Richard'sexpertise includes financial management, procurement, HR, legal, and information security functions.

Richard Smith attended the University of Birmingham from 1982 to 1985, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences.