Richard Barbieri

Richard Barbieri is an accomplished professional specializing in payment and risk operations, with significant experience in fraud prevention. Currently serving as Director of Payment and Risk Operations at BetMGM since August 2021, previous roles include Director of Fraud Prevention Operations at viagogo and Director of Fraud Operations at Hudson's Bay Company, where notable achievements included a 73% year-over-year reduction in fraud and improved service level performance. At Etsy, Richard held multiple managerial positions, achieving 143% of fraud prevention targets and implementing cost-saving fraud tools. Earlier career experiences include working as a Cybercrime Analyst at the New York County District Attorney's Office, contributing to large-scale investigations and enhancing operational efficiency. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from The George Washington University and has also studied at King's College London.