Josh Rickel

Josh Rickel is a highly experienced product and AI executive, currently serving as Executive Director - Product at Genshare, where he leads the vision and strategy for modernizing business succession using AI and software. He focuses on building an 'agentic platform' to enhance human judgment and streamline the deal cycle for small businesses. com

As co-founder and COO of Perigon, Josh Rickel played a pivotal role in establishing a contextual AI company dedicated to structuring the open web for AI applications. He was instrumental in securing $5 million in seed funding for Perigon, which aims to transform vast amounts of dynamic web information into valuable, real-time insights. businesswire+2

An Emmy-winning innovator, Josh Rickel earned this recognition for his significant contributions to integrating social media with mainstream media during his tenure as Vice President of Media and Entertainment at Mass Relevance (later Spredfast). His expertise spans media, software, and social impact, as evidenced by his public speaking engagements at conferences like AllTwitter Marketing Conference and SXSW. liveoak+2

In his self-employed capacity, Josh Rickel acts as a Strategic Advisor, Coach, and Fractional COO/CPO specializing in AI, product, and Go-to-Market strategies. He offers insights into navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape, advocating for discernment and 'wayfinding' in business decisions, and has an interest in guiding individuals through career transitions. linkedin+1