meet the team

Rich Gravelle, CEO and Founder

Rich is a visionary leader, experienced in outcomes-based business that puts accountability at the heart of everything he does. Having a highly dyslexic brain, his naturally creative thinking drives progressive results with a very human approach. He has built and led teams across multiple software and technology organisations and holds significant experience of delivering international projects. He co-founded the business with Harri in 2014 and in 2023 left his career in the technology world to lead and develop Blackgold.

Rich Gravelle, CEO and Founder

Rich is a visionary leader, experienced in outcomes-based business that puts accountability at the heart of everything he does. Having a highly dyslexic brain, his naturally creative thinking drives progressive results with a very human approach. He has built and led teams across multiple software and technology organisations and holds significant experience of delivering international projects. He co-founded the business with Harri in 2014 and in 2023 left his career in the technology world to lead and develop Blackgold.

Harri Gravelle, Director and Founder

Since establishing Blackgold in 2014, Harri has demonstrated her ability to provide a first-rate customer experience. She’s passionate about nurturing relationships with clients, understanding their talent strategy and long-term business goals. Bringing experience, creativity and empathy to the role, she’s committed to the success of clients and candidates alike.

Harri Gravelle, Director and Founder

Since establishing Blackgold in 2014, Harri has demonstrated her ability to provide a first-rate customer experience. She’s passionate about nurturing relationships with clients, understanding their talent strategy and long-term business goals. Bringing experience, creativity and empathy to the role, she’s committed to the success of clients and candidates alike.

David Povey, Industry Lead

Ex-Crude Oil Trader of 30 years, David has previously built and developed trading books and desks from scratch. He has also established entrepreneurial trading desks, building across all areas of the business to drive success. Since leaving the trading desk in 2020, he delivers consultancy projects on a variety of industry areas. As part of the Blackgold team, he delivers training and trader development initiatives, as well as coaching and corporate assessments.

Conor Hearne, Consultant

A graduate of Nottingham University, Conor has worked with international companies in the technology and banking sectors. He brings collaborative skills and enthusiasm to the Blackgold team, and is committed to helping clients diversify and future-proof their workforce.

Robert Jones, Advisor

Robert has a PhD in geophysics from the University of Cambridge, along with more than 30 years experience in both UK and international markets. His expertise spans oil, technology and business management, including research and delivery of major projects.

Robert Jones, Advisor

Robert has a PhD in geophysics from the University of Cambridge, along with more than 30 years experience in both UK and international markets. His expertise spans oil, technology and business management, including research and delivery of major projects.

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