Rick "Figs" Figueiredo is a servant-leader at heart with over 10 years of experience in business leadership, strategic management, and operational excellence. Growing up in Yonkers, New York, as the son of Portuguese immigrants, Rick was shaped by values of resilience, humility, and integrity—principles that continue to guide him both personally and professionally.
Rick holds both a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Lehman College. His leadership style is rooted in the belief that success comes from empowering others. Influenced by his Christian faith and John Maxwell’s leadership philosophy, Rick is passionate about developing leaders, building strong teams, and fostering environments where people can grow and thrive. Fluent in both Portuguese and Spanish, Rick is dedicated to inclusive communication, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
Throughout his career, Rick has focused on ethical business practices, striving to make a positive impact. He believes that leadership is not just about results but also about influence, integrity, and serving others. Whether through strategic planning or guiding teams through change, Rick is committed to leaving a lasting legacy of service and positive transformation, inspired by his faith and principles of stewardship.
Above all, Rick is a dedicated husband and father, drawing his greatest inspiration from his family and his relationship with God. He believes that true leadership starts at home and is lived out through values of faith, service, integrity, and teamwork in both his personal and professional life.