Richard is a dynamic, experienced consultant and professional facilitator with over 30 years in the field of human performance and development. As co-founder and SVP of US Custom Production at ELB Learning, Richard has forged a number of deep relationships with leaders in the field of professional learning services and has provided significant contributions to an impressive list of clients. Prior to ELB, Richard co-founded impact Solutions – a professional learning services company service focusing on comprehensive learning solutions for domestic and international clients with a focus on the MENA region.  

Richard has also worked as a National Training and Design Manager for Discover Financial Services and Morgan Stanley MasterCard operations. In this role he managed curriculum for over 4,500 employees in five states and was recognized nationally on a number of occasions for significant, innovative accomplishments in the training arena that resulted in greater speed to competence and dramatic improvements in employee retention. 

In November, 2008 Richard was recognized by the Association of Talent Development (ATD) as a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance and served as president of the ATD Utah Chapter in 2011. He is currently active in local leadership and national learning strategy for ATD.