Richard E. Witten

Richard Witten is a seasoned professional with significant leadership experience in investment advisory and education. Currently serving as Senior Managing Director at The Orienta Group since January 2002, Richard previously held a prominent role as General Partner and Managing Director at Goldman Sachs. As the Founder and Senior Managing Director of Columbia Entrepreneurship, Richard fosters innovation and entrepreneurship at Columbia University, where additional responsibilities include serving as Senior Advisor to the President and Vice Chair of the Board of Advisors at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Richard co-chairs the Cancer Advisory Council at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center and holds various board positions, including Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at the New York City Center, Chair of the Board of Advisors at the Ragon Institute, and member of the Harlem Children's Zone Board. Richard's academic credentials include a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School and a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia University.