Richard Lewis

I am a senior technical leader with a "Product-first" mindset and over 20 years of experience scaling innovation in AI, communications, and payments. Currently, as Director of Engineering (Digital and AI Products) at Element Materials Technology, I specialize in building product & engineering cultures that are deeply aligned with product strategy and commercial outcomes. My journey includes pivotal product leadership roles, such as VP of Product at Element Creations (element.io) and Co-founder & CPTO of Onedox, where I mastered the art of translating technical complexity into market-ready solutions. I pride myself on being the bridge between the server room and the boardroom, ensuring that every architectural decision drives genuine customer value. Outside the office, I am a lifelong maker and "tech fanatic," usually found in my workshop building IoT systems, architecting home automation, or restoring custom motorbikes.

April 28, 2026

S5E3: Navigating the Complexity of Product Leadership with Rick Lewis

What if the moment everything tilts sideways at work could actually make you better at your job? In this episode, Rick Lewis sits down to talk about the messy middle of change, the kind that knocks the wind out of a team long before it becomes one of those polished “growth stories.” Rick brings stories from big reorganizations, mergers that paired frenemies into one team, and the kind of customer feedback loops that only surface after months of digging. He talks about the small, painfully hum...

Guest: Richard Lewis

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