Raymond Ribble

Founder & CEO - SPHER, Inc.

Raymond F. Ribble is the Founder and CEO of SPHER, Inc., a company specializing in healthcare compliance analytics and privacy solutions. Established in 2015, SPHER focuses on user privacy monitoring to protect patient data and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations. Ribble's background includes extensive experience in healthcare IT and cybersecurity, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by the transition from paper to electronic medical records.

Professional Background

Founder & CEO, SPHER, Inc. (2015 - Present)
- Under Ribble's leadership, SPHER has developed a solution aimed at monitoring user activity to prevent unauthorized access to electronic protected health information (ePHI). The company emerged from a recognition of significant gaps in data security practices among healthcare providers during the implementation of electronic systems.1 2
Adjunct Lecturer, USC Sol Price School of Public Policy (2019 - Present)
- In this role, Ribble collaborates with faculty to educate students about HIPAA's privacy and security rules, emphasizing cybersecurity issues within the healthcare sector.1 4
Managing Partner, Fusion Systems Co., Ltd. (1992 - Present)
- Ribble has also served as a managing partner at Fusion Systems, an IT consulting firm that provides business intelligence solutions across various regions including Japan and North America.1 3

Education

Ribble holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan University, graduating in 1984. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in technology and healthcare compliance.3

Vision for SPHER

Ribble envisions SPHER evolving beyond user monitoring to incorporate advanced technologies like AI while maintaining a strong corporate culture focused on patient security and data protection. He aims to create a lasting impact in the field of healthcare security, addressing issues such as identity theft and data breaches.2 4

Through his work at SPHER and other ventures, Ribble has established himself as a key figure in the intersection of healthcare and technology, advocating for robust compliance measures in an increasingly digital landscape.