A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Rick began his career at Chilton Publishing Co. in West Philadelphia, while attending Temple University. He also served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. He rose to the position of vice president at Chilton Publishing, at the helm of more than 40 publications. After the 1999 acquisition of the Reviews, Rick was Publisher and President of the Review of Optometry and Review of Ophthalmology, Jobson Medical Information.

To those of us who worked for him, he was a leader whose essence was based in a fierce and boundless loyalty.

To those in the industry and professions he served, he will be remembered for his unique array of skills and dedication to exceeding the expectations of his customers, so many of whom would become fast friends.