An internationally recognized executive and management consultant who creates project and operational execution solutions that have a significant positive impact on profitability. Through the active monitoring of enterprise risks while overseeing the allocation of labor and capital resources, effectively implements proactive programs that address issue trends before remedial action is required.Leads operational and organizational change initiatives in business and government using the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) method. Using the AI organizational development (OD) philosophy and processes engages clients in renewal and change by focusing on the performance of their organization. AI techniques provide clients with the support and assistance needed to build organizational systems around what works, rather than trying to fix what doesn't. AI is the opposite of problem solving, in that, instead of focusing on fixing what's wrong, AI techniques focus a client's attention on how to create more of what's already working. The approach acknowledges the contribution of individuals, in order to increase trust and organizational alignment. The method aims to create meaning by drawing from stories of concrete successes and lends itself to cross-industrial social activities. It can be enjoyable and natural to many managers, who are often sociable people. We have used AI extensively to foster change in a variety of business sectors, health care systems, social profit organizations, educational institutions, communities, local governments, and religious institutions.Rich is a professionally-trained Executive Coach whose innovative coaching approach inspires executives and business owners to accelerate the achievement of their next career step or business expanding accomplishment. Through the practice of Ontological Coaching, Rich provides his clients with support and assistance to "way of being", as a means of producing major shifts in perception and behavior.Specialties: ► Vice President, Director, Business Development, Consultant, Coach► Business Coach, Executive Coach, Life Coach► Organizational Development► Ontological Coaching, Co-Active Coaching► Appreciative Inquiry, Emotional Intelligence► Life Recovery