Richard Watson is a professional in their field. Colleagues describe them as "Richard is a very engaging and professional financial executive. Richard makes the effort to really understand the business he supports, positively challenging with constructive questions. Always looking for optimal efficiency with long term strategic vision. " and "I had the pleasure and privilege of working closely with Richard during my tenure in Hybrid Cloud and OSS at BT, where he served as our Finance Director. Richard's leadership and support played a pivotal role in driving technology-enabled business and process transformations, resulting in significant cost efficiencies. His mentorship went beyond guidance—it was truly inspirational, consistently challenging the status quo and fostering an environment of innovation within the team. One great instance of Richard's impactful leadership was during a challenging period when geopolitical events led to a surge in energy prices in the UK, posing a substantial opex challenge. Richard's legendary leadership shone through as he personally spearheaded various energy-saving initiatives. His strategic acumen was further demonstrated through the championing of a robust hedging strategy, providing long-term certainty in forecasts. Working with Richard was not only professionally enriching but also a source of motivation to continually strive for excellence. I hold in high regard his ability to navigate complexities and drive tangible results. I would eagerly welcome the chance to work with Richard once again, should an opportunity arise."