Richard Hayes

Richard Hayes is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and consultancy. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President of Strategy and M&A at WillowWood since January 2024, Richard previously worked as an Independent Advisor at Hayes Advice, focusing on business strategy and growth strategies. Richard's notable tenure at Deloitte Consulting LLP from 2002 to 2022 includes roles as Principal, leading value creation and customer strategies for major clients like DuPont and 3M, and as Senior Manager for the DuPont account. Additional positions held span across various companies, including Client Partner at Scient and VP Sales & Marketing at Compass Consulting Group. Richard's educational background includes studies at Concordia University from 1983 to 1985.