Richard Lloyd

Experience

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  US Army

  Jan 2002 - Dec 2004

  Military

  • Technical Support: Supported drone technology, thermal fusion, and robotics concept development in collaboration with leading institutions and agencies, including MIT and DARPA.• Security and Readiness: Maintained secret security clearance and contributed to the Quick Reaction Force (QRF), ensuring elite combat readiness.• Awards and Recognition: Received numerous awards, including recognition from the President, Congress, and the Governor for exceptional proficiency and readiness.• Leadership and Project Management: Demonstrated strong project management and leadership skills in high-pressure environments, contributing to the successful execution of advanced technology projects. Show less

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  Alfa-Bank

  Jul 2005 - Jun 2008

  VP, Mergers & Acquisitions

  • IPO Process Expertise: Developed a comprehensive understanding of the IPO process, including legal, financial, and regulatory issues, facilitating multiple successful IPOs.• Strategic Partnerships: Built and maintained professional relationships with US and international partners, cultivating a robust and complex investment network.• Consulting Excellence: Rapidly promoted from consultant to VP by delivering superior consultancy services to international accounts and enterprise sales, supporting clients and investors.• Operational Strategy: Defined and implemented operations strategies, structures, and processes for growth and improvement, leading to a 20% increase in operational efficiency.• Performance Monitoring: Led day-to-day operations, proactively identifying efficiency issues and implementing solutions that reduced costs by 15%.• Financial Compliance: Provided superior financial executive advising and consultation, fully supporting PCAOB audit processes and ensuring Sarbanes–Oxley Act (SOX) compliance per U.S. GAAP, IASB, and IFRS standards.• Merger Integration: Oversaw post-merger integrations, identifying silos, and eliminating redundancies, resulting in a 10% increase in overall organizational efficiency. Show less

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  IAC Medical Holdings

  Jun 2008 - Jun 2009

  Chief Financial Officer

  • Promoted from consultant to CFO to implement a unique equity offering.• Leveraged expertise in corporate compliance, risk management, and financial reporting to execute several acquisitions.• Designed ERP systems and structured the company portfolio.• Improved financial performance by 12.5% and capital growth by 10.6%.

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  Diversified Global Holdings

  Jun 2009 - Sept 2012

  Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Founded a company and successfully sold it via an equity public offering.• Managed the entire process from conception to completion, including the development of the business plan, investment negotiations, and the IPO procedure.• Secured multiple PCAOB international acquisitions simultaneously, adding $223M in assets in 12 months.• Increased revenue to $65.7 million through timely and accurate communications with the board and international business units.

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  DGH Consulting

  Sept 2012 - Oct 2014

  Chief Operating Officer

  • Strategic Leadership: Directed the development and execution of business strategies, leading cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals and improve operational efficiency by 20%.• Operational Excellence: Implemented best practices in process improvement, reducing energy costs by 25% and manufacturing cost per unit by 10%.• Client Engagement: Managed key client relationships, delivering tailored consulting services that enhanced client satisfaction and retention by 30%.• Innovation and Technology: Led the integration of advanced technologies and data analytics into business processes, resulting in improved decision-making and a 40% increase in operational transparency.• Sustainability Initiatives: Developed and executed sustainable business practices, achieving an 80% reduction in waste and positioning the firm as a leader in environmental stewardship.• Financial Performance: Oversaw financial operations, optimizing resource allocation and achieving a 15% increase in overall profitability.• Global Impact: Spearheaded international projects, aligning operations with global standards and expanding the firm’s footprint in key markets. Show less

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  RTL Foundation

  Oct 2014 - Apr 2018

  Director of New Ventures

  • Spearheaded new venture strategy and vision, collaborating with founders and the early-stage ecosystem.• Co-founded an e-commerce company that generated over $1M in its first year and secured $5M in investment funding within 18 months.• Assisted startups in business development, product-market fit, and customer acquisition strategy, helping 16 companies reach $1M in sales in their first year.

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  KKR Advisory

  Apr 2018 - Jul 2020

  Director of Information, Growth and Strategy

  • Advised Fortune 500 companies on growth strategy, product-market fit, and go-to-market strategies.• Developed and launched new products, services, and partnerships, resulting in a 22.5% increase in profits.• Established a Corporate Social Responsibility program that generated $3.4M in donations.• Increased customer acquisition by 17% and boosted customer loyalty by 10%.

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  KKR

  Jul 2020 - Jun 2022

  SVP, Strategic Partnerships, Global Impact Group

  • Guided development initiatives to meet and exceed corporate growth goals.• Established and streamlined finance and business operations using data-centric research.• Integrated ESG criteria across all investment processes, enhancing sustainability and market competitiveness.• Achieved a 15% improvement in ESG scores and mobilized $500M towards sustainability goals.• Improved repeat customer rate from 3% to 45% through data-driven customer engagement strategies.

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  CrowdSmart.ai

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

  Strategic Advisor | Head of Web3

  • Led the integration of Web3 technologies into AI predictive analytics.• Developed go-to-market strategies and authored key whitepapers.• Facilitated strategic international relations, securing investments.

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  Verdance.ai

  Aug 2022 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  • Founded Verdance to revolutionize the REC (Renewable Energy Credits) and tax credit markets.• Developed AI algorithms to streamline the buying and selling process.• Implemented a blockchain recording platform to ensure transaction transparency.• Led digital transformation initiatives, resulting in a 25% improvement in transaction efficiency and transparency.• Created a marketplace for buying and selling REC, tax, and carbon credits.• Implementing a blockchain recording platform to ensure transaction transparency. Show less