Rik Wright

Global Technology Leader | CIO & CISO | Executive Advisor

Role
Managing Partner at Strategic Advice
Location
Seattle, WA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Rik Wright

I help organizations navigate change with confidence. With decades of experience across industries and roles, I bring a steady hand to fast-moving challenges. I bring practical insight, strategic focus, and a commitment to helping companies use technology to build stronger, more resilient businesses.I’m a veteran CIO and CISO with a proven track record of driving strategy and execution within major software companies such as Microsoft, service providers like Akamai, and marketing agencies, including The Channel Company. My expertise spans cybersecurity, enterprise infrastructure, marketing technology, and back-office modernization. I’ve advised businesses ranging from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. I’ve worked closely with some of the world’s most influential technology leaders and have provided strategic guidance to venture capital, angel investment, and private equity firms, helping them navigate risk, scalability, and emerging market opportunities.I work closely with standards bodies and professional communities to advance cybersecurity and technology governance practices. I\'m committed to helping organizations stay ahead in a rapidly changing, complex digital economy.#CIO #CISO #ExecutiveAdvisor #StrategicAdvice

Experience

  1. Managing Partner

    Strategic Advice

    Jan 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

    Strategic Advice partners with senior leadership teams to navigate complex uncertainties and operational challenges. We specialize in advising B2B technology companies, service providers, venture capital, and private equity-backed firms, offering targeted services that include growth planning, market strategy, and digital transformation.

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