Rick Pickering

Rick Pickering has extensive work experience in the fields of leadership, nonprofit management, and event planning. Rick has served as the Chief Executive Officer at the California Exposition & State Fair, where they emphasized inspiring California's best. Prior to that, they were the CEO of the Alameda County Fairgrounds, recognized as one of the fastest-growing fairs in North America. Pickering has also held leadership positions in various organizations, including the Lead Like Jesus global movement, the San Francisco Bay Area Council, and the Western Fairs Association. Additionally, they have served on the boards of the International Association of Fairs & Exhibitions and the California Fairs Alliance. Overall, Pickering's work experience demonstrates their expertise in transformative leadership, nonprofit governance, and event management.

Rick Pickering has a bachelor's degree in Recreation & Camp Administration from Biola University. Rick also holds a master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Southern California. Additionally, Pickering has a certification as a Certified Fair Executive (CFE) from the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE), which they obtained in May 2011. Rick attended Pittsburg High, but no degree or field of study information is available for that period.