Richard joined the Prairies team of fundraising professionals at Global in 2025. At a young age, Richard was exposed to philanthropy and the concept of, “think globally, act locally.” Taking inspiration from this motto, he has pursued a 25-year career in the sector, operating at the intersection of fundraising, communications, and leadership. Whether it was as Communications Director, Fund Development Manager, or Executive Director, Richard has a proven track record of helping organizations to increase revenue and maximize impact.
Richard’s career began on the frontline of crisis communications with a national disaster response charity, deploying to some of Canada’s biggest natural disasters such as the 2003 Okanagan Mountain Park fire and the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire. He transitioned into senior fundraising roles, helping raise millions through disaster appeals, annual campaigns, and the launch of a signature donor event in Saskatchewan.
In 2018, Richard became Executive Director for an iconic Saskatchewan charity. During his six-year tenure, he led the organization to raise more than $36 million through its annual televised telethon. In total, Richard has been part of raising more than $50 million for the charities he has worked for.
Richard holds the Strategic Communications Management Professional (SCMP) designation from the Global Communications Certification Council (GCCC) and an Accredited Business Communicator (ABC) designation from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). He has been an IABC member since 1997 and currently sits on its International Executive Board.
Richard’s specialty is integrating fundraising and communications plans, strategies, and teams to achieve organizational success.
Fun Fact: While touring the Irish Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, Richard had the chance to strum a guitar on the same practice stage once used by U2, Metallica, and many famous Irish musicians.