Richard (pictured) will be responsible for Drapers, Retail Jeweller, Architect’s Journal, Architectural Review and Building Services brands with a remit to drive further customer growth and engagement across the market-leading, multi-channel brands. He will report to EMAP’s Chief Executive, Natasha Christie-Miller.
Richard was most recently Managing Director of Commercial Enterprise at A&N Media (now DMG Media) part of DMGT plc, where he was responsible for building and accelerating growth in direct-to-consumer revenues for the group. Prior to joining A&N Media, Richard founded and was Chief Executive of EBTM plc, the online retailer and wholesaler of music inspired fashion.
Richard Breeden said: “I am delighted to be joining the team at EMAP and to be working with a portfolio of such strong brands. Huge strides have been made in creating sustainable growth for the business and I hope my skills and experience can help guide that even further and faster in the future.”
Natasha Christie-Miller said: “I am thrilled Richard is joining the EMAP exec team to further support and accelerate our growth across our industry leading brands. With our current focus on nurturing our long-term, profitable relationships with individual and corporate customers, it is an exciting time for EMAP. Richard is an entrepreneur who has created and sold fantastic products in his exciting career, Richard’s skills will be hugely valuable as part of our long-term strategy for growth.”
EMAP brands include Retail Week, MEED, Health Service Journal, Architects’ Journal, Construction News and Drapers – which all deliver content across online, mobile, tablets, awards, conferences and magazines.
