From 1996 until 2000, he lived and worked in Asia where he developed and managed a European Multinationals' Asian operations, and then became a Director of the World Economic Forum from 2001 to 2004.

[1] Following the incorporation of Horasis in 2005 he has been a frequent international traveler, researcher and commentator as well as leading the annual Business Meetings.

[3][4][5][6] He advises governments and private sector organizations on issues such as globalization, trade, and sustainable development.

[4][7] Richter is a Member of the Advisory Board on impact leadership of University of Cambridge and Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business.

[16] He has been interviewed by several publications, and appeared on CNN, BBC, CNBC, CCTV (China Central Television) as well as The Voice of America (VOA).