Richard Lee

Doer
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Co-Founder and Operating Partner at Medicxi

United Kingdom

Overview

Richard is the Co-Founder, Operating Partner, and General Counsel at Medicxi, a life sciences investment firm. He leverages a background in corporate law from Linklaters and venture capital experience from Index Ventures to guide investments and operations. He earned a BA in History from the University of Nottingham.

Based in London, Richards personal interests include sports, technology, and travel. This blend of professional focus in life sciences and a passion for tech and global exploration showcases a dynamic and curious personality outside of his corporate and legal responsibilities.

He once backed a young entrepreneurs idea with a $4M seed investment, which blossomed into one of todays most exciting opportunities in neuroscience.

Personality Overview

Results Focused

Fast-paced

Deliberate Doer

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Biotech Company Creation
His work involves creating and backing new biotechnology companies from the ground up, focusing on those with clear product visions to transform patient care.
Venture Capital Law
As Medicxi's General Counsel and a co-chair for the VCGC Euro Summit, he is deeply involved in the legal and operational aspects of venture investing.
Neuroscience Investing
He has a stated interest in transformative neuroscience opportunities, having backed companies focused on areas like orexin science.

Media Appearances

The Making of Medicxi: We Have the Operating Partner. Featured in Medicxi (News)

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Richard Lee – Medicxi Executive Bio (Equilar ExecAtlas). Featured in Equilar ExecAtlas

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Medicxi Announces $400m Medicxi IV. Featured in PR Newswire

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Work History

2016
Co-Founder and Operating Partner at Medicxi
2011 - 2016
Legal Counsel at Index Ventures
9-2008 - 3-2009
Secondee at HSBC
2006 - 2011
Associate at Linklaters

Education

2000 - 2003
History from University of Nottingham
2003 - 2005
Education details unavailable from Nottingham Law School

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Exp : 18 Location : United Kingdom Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-Founder and Operating Partner at Medicxi
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Insights For Selling To Richard

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

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

Personality Compatibility


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