Nick Richardson Joins Tribes as Non-Executive Director

Tribes has announced the appointment of tech entrepreneur and scale-up strategist Nick Richardson as a non-executive director, marking another milestone in the company’s rapid growth. Richardson, best known as the founder of The Insights Family and currently serving as an entrepreneur in residence at the University of Greater Manchester, brings a wealth of experience in innovation, data-driven strategy, and business scaling.

The appointment comes on the heels of what has been a record-breaking year for Tribes in 2024, driven by the accelerating adoption of its flagship platform, DevCheck®, and the impressive expansion of its global developer network. The company’s distributed talent pool now boasts more than 20,000 rigorously vetted developers, enabling brands and enterprises worldwide to build, scale, and manage projects with unmatched efficiency and quality.

Richardson’s expertise in scaling technology businesses and fostering innovation is expected to play a key role in shaping Tribes’ next phase of growth. His background in developing high-performing, insight-led organizations aligns with Tribes’ studio-plus-tooling model, which is increasingly gaining traction among international clients seeking flexible, scalable tech solutions.

“Nick brings a sharp understanding of innovation and strategic growth,” said Bruce Thomas, founder of Tribes. “Since joining, he’s already made a significant impact across the business — from refining our growth strategies to identifying new opportunities for collaboration and expansion.”

With Richardson on board, Tribes is well-positioned to build on its momentum, leveraging his strategic vision to enhance its market presence and drive continued innovation. As demand for distributed and flexible development solutions grows, Tribes’ leadership team believes this collaboration will further solidify its reputation as a trusted partner for brands navigating the evolving technology landscape.