Rick is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Granite Partners, shaping vision and strategy. In prior roles, Rick co-founded Venture Allies, was in
general management at Bauerly Companies, and worked for Deloitte & Touche. A graduate of Saint John's University, Rick also holds an MBA and MPA from Harvard University. In the community, Rick helped build the Anderson Center, a nonprofit dedicated to management and leadership development and serves on its board. He also serves on the Minnesota Chamber Foundation board and is a prior board member for CentraCare Health and Initiative Foundation. He was an incorporator of the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation. On a personal note, Rick enjoys time with family, nature and travel, and triathlons with friends.