Richard Hill

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DISC Type : Sd

Non Executive Director at 1000heads

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Richard Hill is an Investment Director at Phoenix Equity Partners, specializing in growth-focused investments in UK companies. He leverages his background in M&A from Deloitte and a Physics degree from the University of Nottingham to support portfolio companies in sectors like technology and business services.

He has been instrumental in several key investments, supporting the international growth strategies of companies like the events business Nineteen and cybersecurity firm Logiq.

Personality Overview

Thoughtfully Quick

Slow Starter

Strong-minded

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Growth Investing
His role at Phoenix is centered on investing in and partnering with management teams to grow UK-based private companies.
M&A Strategy
He has a strong background in Mergers & Acquisitions from his time as an Assistant Director in M&A Advisory at Deloitte.
Cyber Security
He was directly involved in Phoenix's investment into Logiq, a provider of cyber security and managed IT services, and is excited by their growth plans.

Media Appearances

Richard Hill – Investment Director, Phoenix Equity Partners Ltd. Featured in Bloomberg

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Work History

12-2020 - 6-2022
Non Executive Director at 1000heads
12-2017
Investment Director at Phoenix Equity Partners
10-2014 - 11-2017
Assistant Director at Deloitte
9-2011 - 10-2014
Audit Assistant Manager at Deloitte

Education

2006 - 2010
Physics from University of Nottingham
2009 - 2009
Physics from Fudan University

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Exp : 10 Location : London, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Non Executive Director at 1000heads
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Insights For Selling To Richard

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Richard is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Richard

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Richard move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Richard take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Richard

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