Kevin Francis Riley
Deputy Commander NROTC Chicago | Associate Professor Naval Science | Kellogg EMBA Candidate
- Role
- President at Informs Chicago Chapter
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kevin Francis Riley
I’ve built a career leading diverse teams, navigating complex operations, and delivering strategic results in high-stakes environments. Along the way, my work has ranged from guiding billion-dollar investments to coordinating multinational initiatives, all grounded in advanced expertise in strategy, operations research, and data science.Today, I’m focused on developing leaders, elevating team performance, and tackling complex challenges. Through my EMBA at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management, I’m sharpening the business acumen and expanding the network I need to translate decades of leadership and analytical insight into meaningful impact in the private sector.Looking ahead, I aim to channel that leadership experience, operational perspective, and analytical skill set into management consulting—helping organizations solve their toughest problems and unlock new opportunities. At the same time, I plan to continue flying, blending my passion for aviation with a commitment to operational excellence in the aerospace industry.
Experience
President
Jan 2026 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Provide strategic leadership for one of Chicago’s leading analytics communities. Drive growth, cultivate partnerships, and shape programming that advances data, decision science, and AI across academia and industry.
Education
U.S. Naval War College
Master of Arts, Defense and Strategic Studies
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Executive MBA
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Engineering
U.S. Naval War College
Maritime Staff Officer Designation
Naval Postgraduate School
Master of Science - MS, Operations Research
Naval School of Aviation Safety
Operational Risk Management Assistant Designation
Flight School
Naval Aviator Designation (BE-200 Type Rating)
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