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Richard Hearn
CEO, PE Advisor, Executive Chairman, Investor, Board Member, Operator, Serial Entrepreneur, Fortune 500 Executive, Multiple Powerboat Team Owner (and former driver)
Richard Hearn is a seasoned business executive and entrepreneur with extensive experience in technology, e-commerce, and digital marketing. As a Senior Advisor for Digital Front Office SaaS at PSG (Providence Strategic Growth), he brings his wealth of knowledge to guide companies in the software-as-a-service sector.1
Professional Experience
Richard Hearn's career spans several decades and includes leadership roles in various companies:
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles:
- PSG Board Member for Stylitics (2022 - Present)
- PSG Board Member for Yottaa (2022 - Present)
- Managing Partner / Founder of Group Hearn Capital (2014 - Present)
Executive Positions:
- CEO of FPX (2018 - 2021)
- GM, Global Revenue & Products at IBM AI Watson Commerce (2018)
- President, Global Commerce Lead at Publicis Sapient (2014 - 2016)
- CEO and Founder of Crown Partners (acquired by Publicis/Razorfish in 2014)
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Hearn has demonstrated a strong entrepreneurial spirit throughout his career:
- Founded Crown Partners, which was later acquired by Publicis/Razorfish in 2014
- Co-founded Digital Lighthouse Corp, a public company focused on content, commerce, and CRM solutions
Education
- MBA from The Ohio State University (1998 - 2000)
- BS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (1990 - 1994)
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional life, Richard Hearn is passionate about powerboat racing, having participated in the sport for over 21 years.2 He also shares insights and experiences on his LinkedIn profile, demonstrating his engagement with industry trends and personal achievements.3
Richard Hearn's diverse background in technology, e-commerce, and digital marketing, combined with his experience in executive roles and entrepreneurship, makes him well-suited for his current position as a Senior Advisor at PSG, where he can leverage his expertise to guide companies in the Digital Front Office SaaS space.