Rick Libby

Richard Libby has extensive experience in management and marketing across various industries, primarily in direct sales and hospitality. Starting in 1984 at Residence Inn by Marriott as Regional Director of Sales and Marketing, Richard played a pivotal role in expanding the hotel chain from 7 to over 400 locations in three years. Richard's journey continued at Hyatt House Hotels and Cendant, where responsibilities included regional management and product development. From 2001 to 2006, Richard served as President at Traveling Vineyard, a company Richard later relaunched as Chief Grape Stomper and Head Cheerleader from 2010 to 2023. Richard's career also includes a role as Managing Director at CBORD, managing subsidiaries focused on the higher education market. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Southern New Hampshire University.