Rik Miller

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Senior Advisor at Zero Gravity Solutions, Inc.

Bozeman, Montana, United States

Overview

Rik Miller is a seasoned consultant at PEAK Business Consulting, drawing on a three-decade career at DuPont, where he was President of Crop Protection. He specializes in strategic growth, M&A, and R&D investment for the agriculture and biotech sectors and holds a BS in Agronomy from Montana State University.

Outside of work, Rik is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, hiking, and appreciating the expansive Montana landscape. He is deeply involved in community and youth development, actively supporting organizations like the National FFA Organization and 4-H.

He is a U. S. Navy veteran, having served from 1975 to 1979.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Relationship Oriented

Full Of Energy

They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.  They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Topics They Care About

Agribusiness Strategy
As the former President of Dupont Crop Protection and an executive consultant, he has extensive experience in global growth strategies, R&D investment, and M&A for agricultural businesses.
Sustainable Food Production
He has publicly stated his commitment to creating a sustainable global food supply through scientific innovation and has a history of launching technologies to help farmers.
Youth in Agriculture
He is actively involved with the Montana FFA Foundation, National FFA, and National 4-H, demonstrating a passion for supporting youth development programs in agriculture.

Media Appearances

Rik has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2017
Senior Advisor at Zero Gravity Solutions, Inc.
4-2017 - 1-2020
Board Member and Chair (‘18-20) at Cool Planet
1-2017 - 1-2020
Board Member - Montana FFA at Montana FFA Foundation
5-2016
Senior Advisor at Altamont Capital Partners
1-2016
Independent Business Owner at PEAK Business Consulting & Executive Management Services

Education

1980 - 1983
BS from Montana State University-Bozeman

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Exp : 46 Location : Bozeman, Montana, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Senior Advisor at Zero Gravity Solutions, Inc.
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Insights For Selling To Rik

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Do some small talk, ask them how things are going on their side
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Use adjectives like ‘amazing’, ‘coolest’, ‘unbelievable’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be a storyteller
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rik is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rik

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rik move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Rik take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Rik

Personality Compatibility


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