Faith & family
Faith is a foundation of my personal life, shaping my priorities and how I try to show up for others. Family is at the center of that life, grounding me in what matters beyond work and projects.
IT executive · Navy veteran · Builder
Grounded in people.
Driven by curiosity.
I’m Richard. I lead technology and security with a servant leader’s mindset, build things that solve real problems, and make room for the people and pursuits that matter.
Nashville area. A hands-on perspective.
People & leadershipReliable operationsSecurity by designAlways learning
A little about me
Leadership with
a builder’s mindset.
I’m Vice President of Information Technology at OMNIA Partners, leading IT services, infrastructure, and enterprise security. My work connects reliable operations and risk management with the wider needs of the business.
That scope extends into AI enablement and governance, vendor partnerships, technology cost management, and cross-functional program delivery. I bring a hands-on engineering perspective to executive decisions, working across teams to turn complex problems into practical next steps.
Servant leadership is how I lead. I aim to equip people, remove obstacles, and create the clarity and trust they need to do their best work. My background in Navy service, engineering, and technology leadership keeps me grounded in service, accountability, and follow-through.
Serve the team.
Listen, develop people, and remove obstacles to their success.
Own the outcome.
Connect technology, security, and business priorities with clear accountability.
Stay hands-on.
Keep learning, test assumptions, and stay close to the work.
Beyond work
There’s more to life
than the day job.
Service & fellow veterans
My Navy service remains an important part of who I am. I’ve spent a great deal of time helping fellow veterans navigate the VA disability claims process. It’s a practical way to continue serving and support people who have served.
Music & creative expression
Music production and DJ work give me another way to create, experiment, and connect with people. Through Studio Parable, I make room for the creative side of life alongside technology and leadership.
The lab, workbench & shared worlds
Homelab infrastructure, AI, security, and automation keep my curiosity busy. I enjoy making things and figuring out how they work. Gaming adds exploration, creative problem-solving, and time with friends. Sometimes the server is as much fun as the game.
Independent projects
A few things I’m building.
Independent projects give me room to experiment, create, and put ideas to work.
Gericke FamilyThe project hub
A shared home for independent ideas across technology, creativity, and hands-on experimentation.
02 /Studio ParableMusic & creative expression
Music production, DJ projects, and creative exploration. A space for making music and following ideas beyond technology.
03 /Agentic Investment LabAI & human oversight
A technical experiment in AI research workflows, evidence, and human decision-making.
04 /It’s My TacoGaming & community
A game-hosting project built around friends, shared worlds, and the fun of making things run.
Say hello
Good conversations start
with a little curiosity.
For my professional background, shared interests, or a conversation about building better systems, find me on LinkedIn.
Find me on LinkedIn