Richard Widmann — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as a CEO/Managing Director for international consumer goods businesses.
Previously held Regional (Area) Managing Director roles for BAT GROUP PLC in South Central Europe (10 markets, 2,000 employees) and Central Europe (doubled turnover).
Trusted by C-Suite & Board Executives for building businesses and delivering profitable growth with full P&L responsibility.
Achieved growth acceleration, sales turnarounds, multi-country restructuring, M&A integrations, and distribution re-positioning.
Serves as a Global Board Advisor.

Biography

Richard Widmann is an experienced CEO and Managing Director with a focus on international consumer goods businesses, particularly across Europe and Central Europe. He possesses extensive senior leadership experience, notably from his tenure at BAT GROUP PLC, where he served in Regional (Area) Managing Director roles in South Central Europe, overseeing 10 markets and 2,000 employees, and in Central Europe, where he doubled turnover and implemented M&A strategies.