Rich Kaplan is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the technology industry. He has worked for some of the most prominent companies in the sector, including Microsoft, AWS, and Google. Kaplan's career initially began at Microsoft, where he spent over a decade in various roles, such as Vice President of the Windows and Online Division. In 2015, he moved to Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he spent four years as a Vice President of Global Business Development. In 2019, Kaplan moved to Google as Vice President of the Global Android Partnerships team. He stayed for two years before leaving in early 2021 to join SetSail, a startup that offers AI-powered sales software.

Kaplan is known for his strategic mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to build and maintain successful relationships with clients and partners. Throughout his career, he has played a significant role in expanding the reach of the companies he worked for, helping them acquire new customers and increase revenue. Kaplan is also known for his leadership skills, driving high-performing teams to achieve their full potential.