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Rick K.

Examiner · DISC type sc
📍 Greater Seattle Area, United States

Rick Kriss is the CEO and co-founder of KLATU Networks, a technology leader with 25 years of IT experience. He is focused on transforming the refrigeration industry from a "fail-and-fix" to a "predict-and-prevent" model using patented, AI-driven technology. He holds a BS in Finance from the University of Oregon.

He is preparing to speak at the My Green Lab Global Summit 2025, where he will discuss creating a numerical health and energy score for millions of lab freezers, showcasing his focus on sustainability and efficiency in life sciences.

His companys core technology, TRAXX® Score, functions like a FICO® credit score but for the mechanical health and energy efficiency of refrigeration equipment.

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Location
Greater Seattle Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Rick shows up

Unexpressive
Tough To Convince
Process Oriented

They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Priorities

Topics Rick cares about

Predictive Analytics
He has co-founded a company and contributed to 15 patents focused on using machine learning to predict equipment failures before they happen.
Sustainable Labs
He is actively engaged in promoting energy efficiency, demonstrated by his upcoming speaking engagement at the My Green Lab Global Summit.
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Career

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Education
1970 - 1974
BS Finance
University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business
1964 - 1968
Diploma
Kailua High School
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

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