Dan Ricks
Technology Innovation & Automation Leader | Expert at Driving Business Operational Efficiencies
Dan Ricks is a senior technology and automation consultant with over 28 years of experience helping organizations modernize, scale, and operate more efficiently. As Founder and Principal Consultant of Bright Water Consulting, he delivers hands-on executive-level IT leadership to businesses across industries. He specializes in aligning technology strategy with business outcomes through Fractional CIO/CTO services. His work focuses on streamlining operations, improving data connectivity, and strengthening cybersecurity. Dan partners closely with leadership teams to drive profitability and accelerate market entry.
Senior Consultant (Program / Project Manager)
Founder
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Executive Director
About
Dan Ricks
Dan Ricks provides senior level technology and automation consulting to organizations of all sizes. Providing senior-level technology and automation consulting to organizations of all sizes. He works as a Fractional CIO and CTO, guiding executive teams through complex technology decisions and digital transformation initiatives. Dan leads technology assessments, roadmaps, and strategy development to align IT investments with business goals. His expertise includes the manufacturing/supply chain, financial services/fintech, higher education, and utility industries. He is deeply involved in improving business processes to increase efficiency and scalability. Dan’s hands-on approach ensures practical execution, measurable outcomes, and long-term operational success for his clients.