Gareth Richardson
About Gareth Richardson
Gareth Richardson serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Thought Machine, bringing over two decades of experience in IT delivery and management across various industries. He has held leadership roles in multiple companies and has a strong background in developing innovative services that drive growth.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Gareth Richardson serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Thought Machine, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's operations and ensuring the effective delivery of innovative banking technology solutions. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience at GFT Group
Prior to his current role, Gareth Richardson worked at GFT Group, where he held the position of Managing Director for the Atlantic Region from 2016 to 2018. He was responsible for managing operations across the UK, North America, and the Nordics. Additionally, he served as Managing Director for the UK from 2014 to 2017, focusing on delivering technology solutions to clients.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Gareth Richardson studied Computer Science at university, earning a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BEng Hons) and achieving a 2:1 classification. This educational foundation has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in technology and operations.
Investment and Advisory Roles
Gareth Richardson has held various investment and advisory roles. He served as a Board Advisor at Adaptive Financial Consulting Ltd from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, he was an investor at Seven Feet Apart from 2017 to 2020 and at ems.ai from 2017 to 2019, contributing his expertise to these organizations.
Global Experience and Team Building
Gareth Richardson has extensive international experience, having spent a decade ensuring effective IT delivery from teams in India and China. He has built high-performing global teams to deliver services to Fortune 500 organizations and has managed nearshore teams in Europe and the Americas for seven years.