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Rick Fleisher

Entrepreneur in Residence

Board member| Fractional Executive

Member of the Board of Advisors – Partnerships AKULAR

Location: Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Ric Fleisher is a hands-on board advisor and fractional executive with a track record of helping early-stage tech companies grow and thrive. His expertise spans software innovation, hardware development, fundraising, and building service-based business models that drive results. Ric was recognized as a CIT GAP 50 Entrepreneur for his leadership and strategic impact in fostering innovation and advancing startups.
He has supported ventures like AKULAR and FLEXNODE, providing practical advice to navigate challenges and scale effectively. Ric also played a key role in helping FEND get acquired, working closely with bankers and stakeholders throughout the process. Until recently, he served on the Board of Directors for two companies, including RiPSIM, where he transitioned his seat to the new investor.
Ric’s focus is on creating solutions that deliver real value and helping teams turn potential into measurable success.

Top Skills

  • Management
  • Strategy
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Negotiation

Recent or Notable Roles

  • Member of the Board of Advisors – Partnerships AKULAR
  • Member of the Board of Advisors, Global Business Development FLEXNODE
  • Member Of The Board Of Advisors (Board of Directors since September 2023) RiPSIM Technologies

Expertise

  • Early-Stage Technology Company Development
  • Software Innovation and Implementation
  • Hardware Solutions and Development
  • Service-Based Business Models
  • Strategic Planning for Startups

Accomplishments

  • CIT GAP 50 Entrepreneur Award Issued by Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology (CIT)

Interviews

Interests

  • Technology Driven Services
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