Richard Wood

Organisational Design & Transformation Partner, The Ready

London

Richard is a visionary organisational designer standing at the forefront of the future of work. At The Ready, he champions progressive organisational design and transformation, always placing the human experience at the core. Richard’s unique approach blends business psychology and org design with innovative, radical practices to create the conditions for workplaces to thrive in the modern age of work-from-anywhere, self-organisation, and the AI-powered revolution.

Having collaborated with multinational corporations including clients in the beverage, pharma and publishing sectors, Richard has a proven track record of change through experimentation at the intersection of people and organisational systems. As changes in the workplace continue at an unprecedented pace, Richard provides both the vision and the tools to support organisations in navigating this transformation with empathy, efficiency, and excellence.

With his extensive Asia experience from his time working in China, he’s known for bridging cultural divides and delivering actionable, engaging insights to diverse audiences. Richard's approach, often infused with his signature irreverent humour, not only makes complex ideas more accessible but also fosters an atmosphere of inclusivity and openness, resonating deeply with global teams and audiences alike.