Richard has been involved in ‘live events’ for the past 25 years. He has launched numerous exhibitions, conferences, training events and digital communities over a broad range of industries throughout Asia Pacific. Richard is currently the CEO of Clarion Events, Asia and his role is to expand Clarion’s footprint in the region via organic growth, launch and via acquisition. He has oversight of the ASEAN and Shanghai businesses. He was previously the CEO of Terrapinn Asia Pacific and has lived and worked in Singapore since 1995.

Richard is currently serving as President of the Singapore Association of Convention Organisers and Suppliers.

Richard has pitched, won and managed joint venture partnerships with some of the region’s and world’s largest trade associations and governments and has led various M&A transactions in the region.