Eleven years ago, Rich left the corporate world behind to join the mission of World Vision. During his business career he held various roles with Parker Brothers Games, culminating in his appointment as president in 1984. He later became a vice president at The Franklin Mint before joining Lenox Inc. as president of Lenox Collections.

Now serving as president of World Vision Inc., Rich is responsible for U.S. operations, which include fund raising, advocacy, and program development. He and his wife Renée have 5 children of their own and millions more around the world. They live in Washington.

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