Brian Ritter, MBA

Chief Executive Officer & Principal Product Consultant at R2 Consulting

Brian Ritter, MBA has a diverse work experience that spans various industries and roles. Brian is currently the Chief Executive Officer at R2 Consulting, where they focus on developing cutting-edge software applications and providing IT and Data services. Additionally, Brian Ritter is the Chief Operating Officer at Cannopy Corp, where they successfully led the company through a major pivot and transformed their product into a comprehensive online marketplace for the cannabis industry.

Previously, Brian Ritter worked as a Business Consultant at Heavenly Lotus Productions, LLC, where they provided strategic marketing services. Brian also founded SocialPing Inc., a social networking mobile application, and served as its Founder. Brian Ritter was also the Co-Founder and CMO at BDMJ Corporation, where they developed the company's go-to-market strategy for their English language learning website and mobile application.

Furthermore, Brian Ritter has experience as a Marketing Consultant at The Cedars of Marin, where they implemented a rebranding solution and presented a new marketing strategy. Brian also worked as a Business Consultant at MIKADO Marketing and as a Product Management Consultant at Boulder Candy, LLC, where they were responsible for launching a new product and managing the sales team.

Earlier in their career, Brian Ritter served as the Director of Marketing and Sales at Ritter Brothers Investment & Consulting (Chengdu) Co., Ltd., an EB-5 investment company operating in China. Brian also worked as a Specialized Tutor for Disabled Children at Academic Bee Tutoring.

Overall, Brian Ritter's work experience showcases their expertise in business consulting, marketing strategy, product management, and leadership roles in various industries.

Brian Ritter, MBA, has a diverse education history. Brian completed their Master of Science (MS) degree in Quantitative Management and Business Analytics at Duke University from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Colorado State University between 2016 and 2018.

Brian also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Sociology and Pre-Medicine from the University of Colorado Boulder, which they obtained from 2003 to 2007. During their undergraduate studies, they participated in study abroad programs at Semester At Sea/ISE in 2006 and Syracuse University in 2004-2005, focusing on Spanish and Iberian Studies.

In addition to their formal education, Brian has obtained several certifications to enhance their professional skills. Brian received a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification from the Six Sigma Global Institute in September 2020. Furthermore, they obtained a Digital Marketing AI, Automation, and Analytics Certificate from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management in June 2019, and a Strategic Marketing Certificate from Cornell University in March 2015.

Brian also holds Agile and Scrum certifications. Brian obtained the Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner (ACSPO) certification from the Scrum Alliance in January 2021, and the Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) certification in February 2020.

Additionally, Brian has proficiency in Google Analytics and AdWords. Brian acquired the Google Analytics Individual Qualification in July 2019 and the Google AdWords - AdWords Display Certification in August 2018.

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  • Chief Executive Officer & Principal Product Consultant

    December, 2018 - present