Author

Adam works internationally as an independent advisor to support enterprises, investors and foundations to embed impact management into their strategies and decision making.

With over 20 years of experience working with international standard setters including Social Value International (SVI) and the United Nations development Program (UNDP) he has been actively involved in the development of impact management standards and guidance.

Current activities see him representing the UNDP in the development of the ISO Management System Standard (ISO/UNDP 53001), as well as working with various organisations in South-East Asia to develop and embed sustainable strategies.

Previous publications include:
●Richards, A. (2023). “Measuring and Managing Social Value: Myths and Opportunities”. In Social Value, Climate Change and Environmental Stewardship: Insights from Theory and Practice. Springer Publishers.
●Richards, A. & Nicholls, J. (editors) (2021). “Generation Impact: International Perspectives on Impact Accounting”. Emerald Publishers.