Richard Babington

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Non Executive Director at GW Global Insights Ltd

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Richard Babington is a Partner at Mobeus Equity Partners, which he joined in 2014. He has a successful track record investing in the food and specialist manufacturing sectors. Prior to Mobeus, he spent eight years at NBGI Private Equity and also worked in corporate finance. Richard holds a degree in Mathematics from Brasenose College, Oxford.

Outside of his direct investment work, Richard is a founder shareholder of Rock Up, an innovative indoor climbing and leisure company. This suggests a passion for developing unique consumer concepts and recreational activities. He also serves as a Non-Executive Director for several companies, including Cooper Coated Coil and Kinneir Dufort.

He began his career working in industry for five years before transitioning to private equity.

Personality Overview

Non-Confrontational

Consensus Focused

Amiable & Agreeable

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.  They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Specialist Manufacturing
He has a particular interest and successful track record in transacting in the specialist manufacturing sector.
Food Sector Investing
His professional profile highlights a specific and successful focus on investments within the food industry.
Supporting Founder Success
His social media activity frequently celebrates the success of portfolio companies and their leadership teams at exit.

Media Appearances

Richard has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2022
Non Executive Director at GW Global Insights Ltd
7-2017
Non Executive Director at Cooper Coated Coil Ltd
9-2016 - 12-2022
Non Executive Director at Kinneir Dufort
2-2016 - 4-2017
Non Executive Director at Redline Assured Security
4-2015 - 10-2015
Non Executive Director at Jablite Holdings Ltd

Education

1993 - 1996
Mathematics from University of Oxford

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Exp : 29 Location : London, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Senior Designation : Non Executive Director at GW Global Insights Ltd
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Insights For Selling To Richard

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible

DONT's

  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Richard is

  • Relationships and rapport matter to them, but so does the value of the product.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Richard

  • They probably won't say no directly.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Richard move?

  • They are not the ones to make fast decisions, even while they stay committed.
  • Can Richard take some risk or not?

  • If it seems really necessary, they can take small risks.

You And Richard

Personality Compatibility


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