Richard is the CEO of a respected multi-academy trust based in the West Midlands comprising 24 schools, a SCITT and a Teaching School Hub. Under his leadership, ATLP has grown significantly and is now home to 12,000 students and over 1,500 staff. Richard is also the Chair of the Teaching School Hubs Council and collaborates closely with government ministers and policy advisors. With over 30 years in education, he has contributed to national policy through expert advisory groups focusing on areas such as teacher development and tutoring and is currently supporting DfE around their work in relation to safeguarding and partnership working aligned to children’s social care. He is a sought-after speaker, published writer, and supports school improvement across the country. Additionally, he serves as co-Chair of the Wesleyan Members Advisory Board and is a lead Ofsted inspector. His achievements have been widely recognised, earning him a CBE in 2020 and an honorary doctorate from Birmingham City University in 2023 for his outstanding services to education.