For startup executives facing complexity, pressure, and pivotal decisions — I help you see the field clearly and lead with integrity when everything’s moving fast.
You don't need more advice. You need space to think clearly, feel grounded, and act with confidence. I work at the intersection of strategic thinking and inner work, helping thoughtful leaders navigate their messiest, most high-stakes moments.
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"Being CEO is lonely; this is just a fact of the job. Rick has been my sanity check, my second set of eyes, and a core piece of my accountability. It's hard for anyone else to call you on your BS, but a great coach can do just this."
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I think that anyone who is looking to grow as a CEO would benefit from partnering with Rick. He isn't going to tell you what to do, but will help you explore your strengths and weaknesses in order to develop some guidelines around how you can continue to grow and evolve as an individual, leader and team mate. I was 5 years into my CEO journey when Rick and I got engaged and I felt I could have benefited from the relationship even earlier in my journey.
"As a repeat founder, I wasn't entirely convinced coaching was something I needed. But working with Rick has changed that perspective. He's been a steady drumbeat of guidance through some of the most complex and high-stakes moments of my career. I can say with confidence that I've grown more as a leader with Rick in my corner than I would have on my own."
"Rick guides you toward better pathways, creating a new mental model you can apply more broadly. After coaching, I cringe whenever I hear the word 'should'—I now approach decisions with genuine clarity."
"Rick has helped me slow down and gain clarity—not just in decision-making, but in how I see myself as a leader. I've become a more effective and trusted partner to my peers and exec-level counterparts."
"Rick has been consistently rooting for me personally as a CEO—his direct honesty and genuine advocacy have transformed my leadership, helping me confidently navigate tough decisions and challenging team dynamics."
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Your true advocate in the fog of leadership
As a CEO, you're surrounded by people with opinions but few true advocates. Investors want returns. Employees want direction. Board members want progress. Friends mean well but lack context.
I'm different. My only agenda is making you more successful and happier in your role. With two decades building in tech—from coding to leading strategic partnerships at Facebook, Segment, and Framer—I understand the unique pressures you face.
I helped companies early on like Instagram and Airbnb grow, and I know where startup teams get stuck. I am an advisor and board member to high growth companies like Runway, Crossbeam and EatApp and have seen the phases of growth.
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Strategic Clarity + Grounded Self-Awareness
This isn't just strategy. This isn't just therapy. It's the fusion of frameworks, clearer thinking and inner work that transforms how you lead. I'm one of only a few coaches globally certified in Middle Path methodology—a proven framework trusted by 160+ startups and 15+ VC firms.
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1:1 Executive Coaching
Space to think, reflect, and lead without the noise. Perfect for founders at inflection points who need an experienced partner to navigate critical decisions.
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Team Coaching and Leadership Development
Great leaders build great teams. When leadership teams lose trust, clarity, or direction—I help them realign, recommit, and communicate with purpose.
Real results from leaders in the field
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What changes when you work with me?
See through complexity and make confident decisions
Show up with clarity in high-stakes conversations
Rebuild trust and alignment with your executive team
Grow into the leader your company needs next
Ready to think more clearly?
The best leaders know when to slow down to speed up. If you're facing complexity, pressure, or pivotal decisions, let's talk.