Dr. Schroth is one of the world’s top executive consultants, professional speakers, and private advisors on technology and business for leading corporations around the globe. Especially known for his creative viewpoints, break-through thinking, strong professional networks, and straightforward approach, Richard works closely with executives to help them create new value from an increasingly complex landscape of technology and changing business processes. His past clients include Marriott, Computer Sciences Corporation, Pfizer, AB Volvo, GE Capital, Monsanto, Royal Dutch Shell, KPMG, Perot Systems, Banc One, Heidrick and Struggles, and many other prestigious organizations. Rich’s professional experience covers a wide range of executive positions including CEO, Partner, CTO, member of corporate boards, as well as scholarly and entrepreneurial endeavors. Richard is currently an officer and CTO in a Fortune 500 global outsourcing company. He is also a member of the Duke Corporate Education extended faculty, a former Wharton Senior Executive Fellow, a long-term AT&T executive faculty member and one of the early technology executives of CSC Index Consulting. Richard J. Schroth holds a Doctorate from Indiana University, an MS from the University of Illinois and a BS from Western Illinois University.