David M. Richards Rcdd, Nts, Osp, Tech, Ct
About David M. Richards Rcdd, Nts, Osp, Tech, Ct
David M. Richards is a Quality & Training Manager at Black Box and the President of BICSI, with over 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He has held various leadership roles and possesses multiple certifications, demonstrating his commitment to professional development and industry standards.
Current Role at Black Box
David M. Richards serves as the Quality & Training Manager at Black Box, focusing on Global Solutions Integration. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the company's initiatives in quality assurance and training. Additionally, he is the President of BICSI, a role he has undertaken since January 29th, 2024. His responsibilities include overseeing training programs and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Richards has a comprehensive background in the telecommunications sector, having worked in various roles since 1989. He was the CTO at ICT Training Group from 2014 to 2019, where he was also a BICSI Authorized Design Training Partner. Prior to that, he served as the U.S. Western Region Director at BICSI from 2005 to 2007. His experience includes a role as Product Manager at Chatsworth Products from 2019 to 2022 and as VP of Technical Training at PCC Network Solutions from 1999 to 2008.
Education and Certifications
David M. Richards has pursued extensive education in telecommunications and business. He studied Telecommunications Engineering at Western Technical College and achieved a degree in Business/Commerce from Los Angeles Pierce College. He holds multiple certifications, including RCDD, NTS, OSP, and is recognized as a BICSI Master Instructor. His commitment to professional development is evident through his continuous learning in various ICT-related disciplines.
Contributions to BICSI and Industry Standards
Richards has been actively involved with BICSI since 2007, serving as the Cabling Skills Challenge Chair/Head Judge for over 17 years. His role emphasizes his dedication to promoting industry standards and skills development within the telecommunications field. As President of BICSI, he continues to influence the direction of the organization and support the advancement of professionals in the ICT sector.
Specialization in Structured Cabling Systems
David M. Richards specializes in Design/Build Structured Cabling Systems and Industry Safety Compliance Training. His expertise encompasses a broad range of technical skills essential for the telecommunications industry. Through his various roles, he has focused on mentoring professionals and advancing best practices in structured cabling and safety compliance.