Rick Ling is a seasoned entrepreneur and product leader with a passion for building online communities. He is currently the Group Product Manager at Discord, where he focuses on developing features that allow users to connect and engage with each other. Prior to this, Rick was the CEO and co-founder of Blitz Esports, an esports startup that aimed to help gamers improve their performance.

Rick's educational background includes studying at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science and obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in EECS from the University of California, Berkeley. He has also held various leadership positions, including being the Berkeley President at Kairos Society and the Vice President of Projects at Enactus of Berkeley.

Rick's expertise lies in product management, esports, community building, and UI design, and his skills include leadership, entrepreneurship, and strategy development. His interests include gaming, technology, and staying up to date with the latest trends in the industry.