Rich Hempel is a seasoned business professional with expertise in start-ups and early-stage technology companies, sports technology, distance learning, seed and early stage capital, new venture creation, tech-based economic development, and public-private partnerships. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from Transylvania University. Hempel's career is marked by a variety of roles and industries, including co-founder, CEO, President, and Board Member. He co-founded Natural Bridge Group and Natural Bridge Technologies and served as President at AF Kelly. Additionally, he worked in sales and marketing for IBM, Caremark, and U.S. Surgical. Currently, he is the Co-Founder and CEO of eCoachSports.