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Richard Waugh

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VP, Corporate Development at Zycus
📍 Round Hill, Virginia, United States

As VP of Corporate Development at Zycus, Richard leads strategic initiatives in market development and thought leadership. His extensive background is in B2B eCommerce and procurement technology, helping advance innovations for global clients. He holds a BA from Wake Forest University and is a graduate of GEs Financial Management Program.

Richard is a recognized thought leader who frequently speaks on the future of procurement, focusing on digital transformation and AI. He translates complex technological shifts into clear strategic frameworks, such as his "3 Cs" of Control, Cost/Benefit, and Competitive Advantage, demonstrating a passion for shaping the industrys direction.

Unique fact: He was a pioneer in B2B eCommerce, helping launch GEs Trading Process Network in the mid-1990s, the first online marketplace for sourcing and procurement.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
VP, Corporate Development
Job Level
Senior
Location
Round Hill, Virginia, United States
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Procurement Transformation
He actively speaks on shaping the future of procurement through AI and automation, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and strategic decision-making for global enterprises.
B2B eCommerce
His career began by helping launch one of the first online sourcing marketplaces, giving him a deep, long-term perspective on the evolution of B2B digital commerce.
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Career

Work history

8-2012
VP, Corporate Development
Zycus
3-2010 - 6-2012
VP, Business Development
Equal Level, Inc.
7-2008 - 3-2010
Vice-President, Channels
Vinimaya Inc.
9-2006 - 6-2008
Director, Channels & Strategic Accounts
Verticalnet
9-2005 - 9-2006
Executive Vice-President
Chalk Inc.
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Education
1977 - 1981
BA
Wake Forest University
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