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Richard is EY’s Africa M&A Leader. After 27 years of deal experience in the UK, he relocated to Johannesburg in 2024. Prior to joining EY in 2021, Richard was a Managing Director for 13 years at the advisory arm of a large Investment Bank. He is experienced across nearly all sectors, deal sizes and deal types, and is driving the delivery of EY’s global M&A capability to clients in Africa. Richard holds Masters Degrees from both Cambridge and Manchester Universities, and is a UK qualified Chartered Accountant.
Despite rapid technological advancement, M&A transactions still require old fashioned skills. Richard has advised on deals using the post, fax machines, emails and shared workspaces – but some truths transcend technology. Successful deals come from a deep understanding of each party’s objectives, the building of mutual trust and recognition that win-win scenarios are possible. Helping the entrepreneurs of today and the leaders of tomorrow across Africa is his core focus.
