Richard has over 20 years experience within the financial services market. Having begun his career working in international media across the financial sections of some of the worlds leading newspapers.
He then moved into the business to business arena joining MSM International where he was instrumental in the launch of Professional Adviser magazine. Post-acquisition of MSM by Incisive Media he went on to manage the commercial side of Investment Week, IFAonline and Investment Europe.
He has a deep understanding of the UK and European intermediary markets and the regulatory issues the sector faces. Richard has worked for many years with a range of asset management companies to generate effective and innovative marketing solutions.
After founding the business he quickly identified the rise of the paraplanning role in the industry and created the Professional Paraplanner brand which includes a monthly magazine, website and numerous in person events across the UK.