Richard believes that artificial intelligence should feel less like a threat and more like an opportunity, a practical blueprint for building the businesses of tomorrow. As CEO of Rocketeer Orbit, he helps leaders cut through the noise, stripping away the tech jargon to turn AI uncertainty into measurable growth. Over the past few years, Richard has guided more than 150 business owners across multiple industries. Drawing on his background in commercial consultancy, he brings a clear, boardroom-ready understanding of how AI can safely accelerate operations and protect margins at every stage of a company’s journey. Richard’s ability to make complex ideas simple makes him a highly sought-after speaker. As a specialist AI consultant, he has delivered over a dozen talks this year alone. His engaging, business-first approach regularly places him on prestigious stages; he was recently invited by the GTMA to address a major Manufacturing and Engineering event in Limerick, presenting directly after professors from CERN in Switzerland. From delivering keynotes at the University of Wolverhampton’s Elite Centre for Manufacturing Skills to featuring as a panel speaker for their Cyber & AI division launch, Richard commands the room. His sessions blend high-impact storytelling with actionable strategy, leaving audiences inspired and equipped with a practical roadmap for adopting AI.