Rick collaborates with educators and school administrators to create safe and LGBTQ-inclusive schools. An accomplished speaker and presenter, Rick has conducted trainings for thousands of students, educators, and youth workers focusing on diversity, harassment, gender stereotypes, and other LGBTQ issues.

In his previous position, Rick developed programs that addressed LGBT youth issues and created the first transgender youth support group in the area. 

Rick holds a dual B.A. degree in Psychology and Spanish and a Master of Arts Degree in Social Welfare specializing in management and planning.