Rich Lofgren

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Nuclear Quality Manager at Bechtel Corporation

Buffalo, New York, United States

Overview

Rich is the Founder of Optimum Consulting Services, specializing in high-stakes consulting for complex industries like aerospace and nuclear energy. He is also the Executive Director at The Advertising Company, carrying on the legacy of ad-legend Allen Kay. He holds a Bachelors degree from Northeastern University and serves as an advisor to Kevin Harrington of Shark Tank.

Personality Overview

Early Adopter

Objective Evaluator

Risk Tolerant

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Advanced Nuclear Tech
Drawing on his past as a Nuclear Quality Manager, he actively discusses the future of energy, focusing on the quality and safety of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
Iconic Branding
As the partner of the late advertising legend Allen Kay, he is dedicated to continuing a legacy of creating iconic, culture-shaping campaigns for major brands.
Strategic Networking
He is known as the "Kevin Bacon of LinkedIn" and has built his personal brand around connecting people, from founders to investors, to help them succeed.

Media Appearances

Rich has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2025 - 3-2026
Nuclear Quality Manager at Bechtel Corporation
9-2019
Executive Director and Partner at The Advertising Company, Inc / Iconic Branding / Allen Kay
4-2019 - 5-2025
Advisory Council Member at Seafarer Exploration Corp (SFRX)
7-2018
Advisor to Original SHARK from ABC Hit Show, SHARK TANK at Harrington Enterprises
2-2017
Founder at Optimum Consulting Services (OCS)

Education

9-1985 - 6-1990
Bachelor's degree from Northeastern University

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Insights For Selling To Rich

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rich is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rich

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rich move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Rich take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Rich

Personality Compatibility


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