Richard Koch is a highly successful entrepreneur, investor and author of several bestselling books, including the revolutionary business classic, The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less. Known for his strategic insights and innovative approach to business, Richard has been a key advisor to many of the world's top entrepreneurs and investors.

Richard's impressive career began after he graduated with a degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, and he quickly established himself as a leading business thinker in the UK. He co-founded LEK Consulting, one of the world’s largest management consulting firms, and took it public on the London Stock Exchange. He has also been an active investor and venture capitalist, having played a key role in launching several businesses and financing many others.

Richard is particularly well known for his expertise in the 80/20 Principle, which he first wrote about in his groundbreaking book, The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less. This principle, which states that 80% of effects come from 20% of causes, has become widely recognized as a key strategy for maximizing results in business and life. Richard has continued to develop and refine the 80/20 principle in his writing, including his most recent work, Simplify: How the Best Businesses in the World Succeed, which explores how the principle can be used to simplify and streamline a variety of business processes.

In addition to his writing and business endeavors, Richard is also involved in various philanthropic ventures, including serving as a trustee of the think tank, Demos. He is also a supporter of the arts, having sponsored several theatre productions in London's West End.

With his unique insights and innovative approach, Richard Koch continues to be a prominent figure in the business world and a sought-after advisor to business leaders around the globe.