Richard Carpenter

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ABOUT RICHARD CARPENTER

I’m a strategic, customer-focused data leader with a strong track record of designing and delivering information solutions that sit at the crossroads of technology, data and business. I combine hands-on expertise in modern data architecture with commercial awareness, turning complex data challenges into workable solutions and lasting client partnerships.Over the course of my career I’ve led the delivery of B2B and enterprise data products across insurance, energy, government, retail, healthcare, airline and water sectors. This has ranged from building enterprise data platforms and single customer views through to contract performance dashboards, people-movement analytics, inventory and sales analytics, and national-scale asset registers, all designed to help organisations make better, faster decisions.One area I care deeply about is turning governance, compliance and security into trust and advantage for customers. Whether I’m mapping regulatory needs into product roadmaps, shaping strategy with senior stakeholders or rolling up my sleeves working hands-on with delivery teams, my focus is building solutions that are resilient, relevant, and rooted in what clients actually need.With a background spanning data engineering, solution architecture and business intelligence, I bring both technical depth and product ownership to analytics delivery. I enjoy shaping product vision and roadmaps, working in an agile, incremental way so customers see value early while keeping an eye on sustainable long-term improvements.As a servant leader I champion open, inclusive cultures where creativity thrives and people feel safe to grow. I’m known for mentoring with heart, guiding teams through ambiguity, and showing up as a steady hand when it counts. I never stop learning, and I never stop caring. That’s what keeps my solutions fresh, relevant, and ready for what’s next.