Richard Wazacz

Richard Wazacz is a distinguished professional with a background in engineering, finance, and leadership.

He is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BrickVest, a platform specializing in commercial real estate debt finance.

Richard's educational journey includes a Master's in Engineering with 1st Class Honours from the University of Cambridge, an MBA from Columbia Business School, and studies at Latymer Upper School.

Prior to his current role at BrickVest, Richard held key positions in various organizations, showcasing his expertise in strategic management and finance.

He served as a Director at Octopus Energy and later ventured into entrepreneurship as the CEO and Founder of Octopus Wealth.

Richard also co-founded Octopus Labs, overseeing initiatives like Octopus Choice and Octopus Cash, and held directorial roles at Octopus Investments.

His experience extends into the financial sector, where he contributed significantly as the Strategy and Corporate Development Director at Prudential Assurance and later as COO for Europe within the same organization.

Richard's proficiency in operations and customer service was evident in his roles at Lloyds Banking Group, Bank of Scotland, and HBOS, where he led various operational functions.

His early career includes engineering roles at renowned companies like Shell International E&P, demonstrating his technical acumen.

Richard's diverse background reflects a wealth of experience in management, finance, engineering, and entrepreneurship.