Richard Hans

Richard Hans has over 30 years of experience in multiple dynamic industries, having led the financial and operational organizations for Centrics Technology Group and PLH Automotive Group. He was a founder, CFO, and COO at Centrics, a global disruptor in the broad IT marketplace. He also served as CFO and Fixed Operations Director for PLH, a fast-growing retail automotive group, eventually becoming dealer/owner. Over the past four years, he has assisted multiple start-ups, including Flip Electronics, with their strategic finance direction. He began his career as a CPA in Atlanta, rising to partner in his twenties. Richard has a BS in Accounting from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta and CPA-required master's degree work at the University of South Florida. For two years, Richard was on the Ford Motor Company Dealer Council and currently sits on several boards for IT start-ups.