Rick Crandall

Rick Crandall

Goldstein Peer Reference

His keen understanding of the rhythm of technological change and his ability to convert research data into understandable industry trends … I have known Rick for over 35 years and I cannot think of a more capable and effective business mentor.
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Rockart Board Reference

As CEO of Comshare, he led the company through two almost complete changes in its core business … major suite is his deep insight into the future of technology…wide range of contacts throughout the industry …
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Klein CEO Reference

He is a great source for new and innovative ideas and always presents an unexpected perspective to any strategy discussion… Highly recommend him in the role of a strategic coach for CEO's.
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Underwood CEO Reference

As the designated CEO coach, his guidance was invaluable in terms of navigating complex funding transactions, raising capital, executive management, and board management …
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Givray CEO Reference

Rick helped me frame and analyze complex, difficult and often times politically charged issues on business strategy, board governance, CEO-board relations, evaluation of executive talent, finance, technology vision, strategic alliances … Rick always...
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Gilmour CEO Reference

Tacit is a rapid growth, venture-backed Internet company In Silicon Valley … rare indeed to find someone whose contribution, understanding and insight is effective over as exceptional a range as Rick's. I strongly urge anyone fortunate enough to enjoy...
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Mahoney CEO Reference

He is a respected Director on the Diebold board and Chairman of our Strategic Focus Committee. I am sure that Rick can assist you In strategy formulation, marketing, product development and differentiation, competitive tactics, industry direction ...
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Spike Board Reference

He establishes his credibility rapidly through his questions and observations. My statement to you is that Rick has been very effective in the strategy formulations for businesses, which are delicate to portray, particularly if they involve a change in...
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The 1966 SDS 940 and the Internet

First computer host to connect to the Internet; SDS 930; Scientific Data Systems; Stanford Research Institute (SRI); Bolt, Berenak & Newman IMP, IMP2; ARPA Network; Where the Wizards Stay Up Late;
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Nolan Board Reference

The Novell Board has been uniformly impressed with Rick's deep understanding of what makes a high tech software company successful and he is an insightful overseer of our executives team's execution.
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