Robert Ricigliano

Robert Ricigliano is a Systems and Complexity Coach at The Omidyar Group, where he plays a crucial role in supporting teams and organizations in their efforts to create societal change through systems thinking approaches.45

Background and Expertise

Ricigliano has been working in the field of conflict management and complex negotiations for nearly three decades, starting from his time at Harvard Law School.1 His extensive experience has led him to become a leading expert in applying systems approaches to address complex social issues.

Role at The Omidyar Group

At The Omidyar Group, Ricigliano:

• Supports and guides teams within organizations and initiatives6
• Helps teams engage with complex systems to make societal change5
• Coaches and supports initiative teams in applying systems approaches to various complex issues1

Systems Practice Advocacy

Ricigliano is a strong advocate for systems practice and has been instrumental in developing and promoting this approach:

• He leads a dynamic team at The Omidyar Group focused on systems practice1
• Ricigliano has contributed to the development of a Systems Practice course offered by Acumen Academy, which includes instructional videos featuring him1
• He emphasizes the importance of shifting from traditional problem-solving methods to more holistic, systems-based approaches2

Thought Leadership

Ricigliano has shared valuable insights on systems change through various platforms:

• He has written about the challenges and strategies for implementing systems change in organizations2
• Ricigliano advocates for rethinking how to finance system health, emphasizing the need for more integrated and flexible funding approaches3
• He stresses the importance of treating organizations themselves as complex systems when implementing systems change practices2

Robert Ricigliano's work at The Omidyar Group and his contributions to the field of systems thinking have positioned him as a respected voice in the realm of complex systems and societal change.