Richard brings over 20 years of senior finance leadership across global, multi-site businesses. A Fellow Chartered Accountant and Fellow Corporate Treasurer, he has extensive expertise in corporate finance, FP&A, capital planning, and transformation. Richard has successfully led major refinancing initiatives, M&A transactions, and cost reduction programmes delivering significant efficiencies. Before joining Parkdean Resorts, Richard served as CFO for De Beers’ consumer markets, overseeing finance for luxury brands across 30 countries and leading transformative omnichannel strategies. Richard joined Parkdean Resorts in 2021 as Group Finance Director, driving strategic disposals, acquisitions, and operational improvements, and was appointed as CFO for Parkdean Resorts in November 2025. Big Four trained and Oxford educated, Richard combines technical excellence with strategic vision to support sustainable growth and financial resilience.