Richard Laithwaite

Richard Laithwaite is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in finance, analytics, and academia. Currently serving as Chief Advisor - Strategic Finance at Rio Tinto since March 2022, Richard previously held roles including Research Scientist and Lecturer at Imperial College London, specializing in astrophysics. Richard is the founder of TwoPi Limited, offering consultancy in advanced analytics and data strategy, and has held significant positions at EY, Xstrata, UBS, and PwC. Richard's academic credentials include a PhD in Astrophysics, an MSc in Physics, an Executive MBA, and a degree in Accounting and Finance, contributing to a solid foundation in both scientific and financial disciplines.