
Richard Wood
Director
Richard’s speciality is in financial management, business development and practice management.
Richard has over 20 years in-depth experience in finance and commissioning NHS and Private Health care services.
Prior to setting up Ascend Tendering Ltd, Richard held the position as Associate Director, Primary Care Development, and has extensive experience in supporting and commissioning services for Primary Care Dentistry and medical services, ranging from large corporates to single chair practices. Richard also sat on the national groups regarding the proposed NHS Dental Contract, and set up the Somerset Local Professional Network pilot.
After leaving the NHS, Richard set up his own Management Consultancy service, Ascend Tendering Ltd and has successfully supported businesses with Ascend’s service solutions, enabling business owners to benefit from the relief of business and contractual pressures. Richard has also lectured nationally at the Orthodontic Specialist Group Meeting regarding NHS tendering, financial management and the commissioning process.