The Risk Advisory Group appoints new Chief Executive

Patrick Lord has over 20 years experience in the corporate investigations and intelligence sector. Starting his career with the Financial Times in London, he subsequently spent 10 years with risk consulting firm Control Risks, based in Pakistan, India and the UAE. His most recent role was as European Managing Director of Horizon Engage, based in the UK. He was previously an investor and partner in Diligencia, a leading entity data & analytics company that focuses on the Middle East & Africa. He is also a regular public speaker on geopolitics, risk management and corporate governance.

The Risk Advisory Group is a global business intelligence and investigations firm,  providing  intelligence, evidence and analysis to guide legal and commercial decision-making from offices in London, New York, Washington D.C., Zurich, Moscow and Singapore. Its experienced and multidisciplinary team includes former lawyers, journalists, academics, government officials, as well as those with commercial and sector-specific expertise.

Commenting on the appointment, Neil Austin, Chair of The Risk Advisory Group, said: “Patrick has an excellent track record, with over 20 years of leadership experience in various businesses and geographies. He has deep knowledge of the sectors in which The Risk Advisory Group operates and brings the skills we need to deliver our ambitious growth plans.”

Patrick Lord commented: “I have known The Risk Advisory Group and admired their operation for many years. At a time when organisations are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities at the intersection of trade, strategy and compliance, I am looking forward to working with The Risk Advisory Group’s talented team to grow the business and build ever closer relationships with our clients.”

For further information, please contact: 

Richard Prior, The Risk Advisory Group: +44 (0) 7990 525875

About The Risk Advisory Group

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The Risk Advisory Group is a global business intelligence and investigations firm. We provide intelligence, evidence and analysis to guide legal and commercial decision-making. 

For more than 25 years we have helped our clients to identify and mitigate risk, capitalise on new opportunities, and resolve contentious matters.We gather hard-to-access information and provide independent perspectives in complex situations. 

We offer a global service with offices in London, New York, Washington D.C., Zurich, Moscow and Singapore. Our experienced and multidisciplinary team includes former lawyers, journalists, academics, government officials, as well as those with commercial and sector-specific expertise.

Trusted by leading law firms, corporations, financial institutions, and investors, we provide tailored solutions across a wide range of scenarios.