Will Riley-Smith, Director

Will leads on NorthPoint Strategy’s international affairs mandates. During his time in advocacy, he has represented the likes of the Greek Government and now works on Ukrainian strategy. 

Separately, Will has worked with a number of firms focusing on emerging tech from Samsung to Andreessen Horowitz, one of the world’s largest VC firms, helping them to traverse the challenging policy terrain. With this background, Will also focuses on NorthPoint Strategy’s developing AI practice. 

Prior to consultancy, Will spent three years running the office of a minister and MP, handling a range of policy areas, including agriculture and transport. During his time in Westminster, Will was responsible for organising the Inter-Parliamentary Cricket World Cup and led a number of operations for the Government Whips’ Office, including the lauded ‘Respect Your Vote’ campaign.