David Engel
CEO, Drake & Farrell
I've a much clearer picture on my strategy, my goals, and my own inner game. I'd recommend Xquadrant to senior execs who want to make 10X impact.
Lead your next 10X.
You want your business to make a big leap.
It isn't happening fast enough.
Lead your next 10X.
You want your business to make a big leap. It isn't happening fast enough.
Lead your next 10X.
You want your business to make a big leap. It isn't happening fast enough.
Most successful leaders hit a 10X Reckoning
Either your team isn't feeling the urgency, or you yourself aren't making the bold moves. Often both.
We help smart leaders create the future they actually want
Ready to make the leap?
Meet Richard Medcalf
I’m Richard Medcalf, founder of Xquadrant. I’m what you’d get if you put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor, and Freddie Mercury into a blender!
I work with some of the world’s most capable leaders, from billion-dollar CEOs to tech unicorn founders – across energy, finance, technology, and beyond – to help them build the future they're capable of, faster than they thought possible.
Together, we’ve:
5–10Xed valuation in multi-billion dollar businesses
Taken companies public within 4 years
Spun out new ventures and accelerated plans by 5–6 years
Freed founders from operations years ahead of schedule
Client brands you might recognise include Sanofi, Mastercard, Logicalis, Comcast, Air Liquide, Software AG, Kin+Carta, EcoVadis.
Flagship Programmes
Resources for exponential leaders
The 10X Reckoning
Why great leaders get stuck, play small or go slow – and how to ignite your life’s greatest work
Accountability Charter
Turn your leadership team into a strategic growth engine—without micromanaging or drama
Heart & Soul of Vision
Clarify your 10X business vision in 10 minutes, even if you're buried in firefighting
Strategic Time Assessment
Benchmark your strategic focus, and identify the precise lever to free up your time (takes 2 min)
What they say
Armand Arton
Founder & CEO
Thanks to the methodology and Richard's creativity, I've gone deep on myself and my business, and our team has really come together. Recommended for any CEO who wants to become a better leader.
Mikael Sandberg
Founder & Chairman
Richard is a true trusted advisor who quickly adds value at a personal and team level. It's another league compared with programmes I've experienced before.
Robert Bailkoski
Group CEO, Logicalis
I don't think I'd get anything like the same level of pushback or challenge elsewhere. I'd recommend Richard to anyone who wants to focus on the bigger issues.
Pierre-François Thaler
Co-CEO, Ecovadis
Very strong business acumen - we quickly zoom in on the key issues. And there's a real focus on creating real, lasting change.
Scott Puopolo
CEO, Telestream
It's been incredibly valuable. There's an intimacy and self-reflection that I haven't got from any other programme I've been in.
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