In conversation with David Richards MBE

About this episode

David Richards MBE discusses his career journey, AI initiatives, and personal interests in this episode recorded live in Sheffield.

This episode is recorded live at The Forum in Sheffield as part of the unLTD Business Social, March 2026. James Marriott is joined by David Richards MBE for a chat about his journey - from his first steps into the world of work, life in Silicon Valley, the success of WANdisco and subsequent stepping away from the business. And of course there was plenty of AI talk as we dig into Yorkshire AI Labs LLP and his work with The Digital Forge CIC. Plus a bit of Sheffield Wednesday, Málaga, beekeeping and plenty more.

People in this episode

Host: James Marriott

Guest: David Richards MBE

Topics covered

• entrepreneurship
• AI
• business journey
• technology
• local culture

Keywords

• David Richards
• WANdisco
• AI
• Yorkshire AI Labs
• Silicon Valley
• entrepreneurship
• Sheffield Wednesday
• beekeeping

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WANdisco, Yorkshire AI Labs LLP, The Digital Forge CIC

Places: Sheffield, Silicon Valley, Málaga

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