Richard Einstein
About Richard Einstein
Richard Einstein is a Senior Global Product Manager at Vizrt, based in Zürich, Switzerland, with a background in mechanical engineering and management. He has extensive experience in product management and business development across multiple countries, including the USA, Brazil, and Switzerland.
Current Role at Vizrt
Richard Einstein serves as a Senior Global Product Manager at Vizrt, a position he has held since 2018 in the Zürich Area, Switzerland. In this role, he has expanded his product portfolio from one to five products, which includes Viz Libero, Viz Arena, Viz Eclipse, Viz Social, and Viz World. His responsibilities involve overseeing product development and management, ensuring that the offerings meet market demands and customer needs.
Previous Experience at Vizrt
Before his current role, Richard Einstein held several positions at Vizrt. He was the Head of Sports for the Americas from 2015 to 2018, where he focused on sports-related product management. Additionally, he worked as Deputy Vice President of Global Product Management for five months in 2018 and as Business Development Sports for Latin America from 2013 to 2014. His tenure at Vizrt has been marked by significant contributions to product strategy and customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Richard Einstein studied at Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering from 2003 to 2006. He later pursued a Master of Science (MSc) in Management, Technology, and Economics from 2007 to 2009. His educational background combines engineering with management and economics, which supports his analytical approach in product management.
International Experience and Skills
Richard Einstein has lived and worked in three countries: Switzerland, Brazil, and the USA. This international experience has enhanced his communication skills and ability to engage with diverse cultural backgrounds. His roles in different regions have contributed to building a strong customer base and achieving notable sales records in the US and Latin America.
Professional Development
Richard Einstein participated in Vizrt's first Developing Leaders Program, where he was one of only 20 participants selected from a pool of 700 employees. This program aimed to cultivate leadership skills and foster professional growth within the organization, reflecting his commitment to continuous development in his career.