Richard Siegel is a Managing Director in the San Francisco office and brings more than 25 years of senior-level experience with international technology companies. Mr. Siegel has a diverse background of technology and product development, product management, marketing, and business development. He brings pragmatic, broad, and deep knowledge of both business operations, and of key technology areas including: computer and database systems, data mining, telecommunications, data communications, and Internet technologies. Mr. Siegel has a unique combination of technical expertise matched with real-world business experience, and a successful track record in management and strategy of global business operations. Working at a wide range of technology companies, Mr. Siegel has a proven ability in developing new product strategy and roadmaps, and bringing products to market by driving cross-functional teams. His international experience in managing a Japanese division of a US company has further enhanced his leadership skills in cross-cultural situations and cross-functional teams.