Richard Shepherd
About Richard Shepherd
Richard Shepherd is the Director of Product Management at The Instant Group, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in product management, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Just Eat Takeaway.com, VoucherCodes, and carwow.
Current Role at The Instant Group
Richard Shepherd serves as the Director of Product Management at The Instant Group since 2024. His role involves overseeing product strategies and development initiatives within the organization. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in the London Area, United Kingdom. His focus is on enhancing product offerings and ensuring alignment with market demands.
Previous Experience at Motorway
Before joining The Instant Group, Richard worked as a Product Management Consultant at Motorway from 2023 to 2024. His tenure lasted four months and was conducted in a hybrid setting in the London Area, United Kingdom. In this role, he contributed to product management strategies and supported the development of product initiatives.
Career at Just Eat Takeaway.com
Richard Shepherd held multiple roles at Just Eat Takeaway.com from 2019 to 2023. He began as the Head of Product for Restaurants for four months in 2019, then progressed to Global Head of Product, Restaurants for two years. He later became the Global Director of Product, managing a global suite of restaurant and customer service products until 2023.
Education and Academic Background
Richard studied at the University of Reading, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Geography. His academic background provides a foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics in product management.
Professional Contributions and Presentations
Richard has contributed to the professional community by presenting at various industry events, including the Mind the Product Leadership Forum, Product Tank, The London Product Group, and the London Business School MBA Programme. His presentations focus on product management best practices and leadership in the field.