Ricci W.

Ricci W. is a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing expert with extensive experience in various leadership roles. As the Founder and CEO of Written Word Media since April 2014, Ricci has developed a self-service advertising platform that connects authors and publishers with over a million readers. In addition, Ricci serves as a Founding Funder of the Triangle Tweener Fund, focusing on high-tech business investments in the Triangle area. Previous experience includes serving as CEO of Agile Marketing Group, where Ricci specialized in data-driven online marketing strategies, and Director of Product Marketing at Lulu.com, where major advancements in customer acquisition and retention were achieved. Ricci's career also encompasses significant roles at The Body Shop, Ahold/Stop & Shop, and ACCION, along with foundational experiences in investment banking at Bear Stearns. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics and Psychology from Brandeis University.