Rich Hacking is the Founder & CEO of Buffet, the dynamic social platform transforming how people meet and experience the world around them. With a solid entrepreneurial background and a relentless drive to make a significant social impact, Hacking transitioned from finance to technology. Through Buffet, he is on a mission to dismantle loneliness barriers, creating a gateway to new friendships and authentic, in-person connections through the user-friendly app. Prior to Buffet, Hacking worked in corporate finance and investment banking, with a focus on technology and media companies. His experience includes M&A advisory, enterprise transformation, and performance improvement, as well as commercial and operational due diligence. His financial acumen was further sharpened at The Bank of New York Mellon, analyzing large-cap active equity strategies. This blend of experiences in finance and consulting equipped him with a unique perspective on driving business growth and innovation.Hacking's journey is also marked by entrepreneurial success in the fitness industry, where he co-founded a boutique boxing gym and led his fitness brand to profitability within its first year. His leadership qualities were recognized early on, leading to three meritorious promotions and culminating in his appointment as a Platoon Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.A graduate with honors from Bridgewater State University, Hacking's diverse background—from military to finance, and now technology—reflects his adaptability and commitment to excellence in every endeavor.