Richard Finney, founder of Captain Fawcett Ltd, based in Norfolk, has been presented with the prestigious Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales.
Richie has been awarded an MBE in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to International Trade and to Charity. After attending the ceremony on 12 February, Richie said: “It was a particular delight to meet His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, who happens to be cultivating his own truly top-notch beard; suffice to say, beard care tips may well have been shared.”
In his acceptance of the accolade, Richie emphasised the support of his team, explaining: “I am truly honoured to have been awarded an MBE, however the success of Captain Fawcett would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of the whole team, who strive for excellence every day.”
Founded in 2010 at a kitchen table in Terrington St Clement, Norfolk, Captain Fawcett has grown to become a leading grooming and haircare brand, exporting to 45 countries and earning a reputation for its award-winning products and distinctive character. Beyond business, Richie has driven Captain Fawcett’s commitment to social responsibility, with initiatives like ‘BarbersRide’, co-founded with Xavier Berrell and Colin Petrie, becoming a flagship of the brand’s charity mission. The team are currently preparing for Captain Fawcett’s ‘Great Expedition USA’, a 6-week solo motorcycle road trip through the heart of America.
