Rich Wesselt is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur expert on leadership and a family man who loves to give back.

Rich built a financial services practice ranking in the top 1/10 of one percent in the country with one of the greatest careers in the history of the industry. He dedicated 32 years of his life to the financial services industry, specializing in insurance. Having sold his company in 2022 at age 55, he developed The Richard Wesselt Initiative with a focus on leadership, entrepreneurship and philanthropy.

His passion is in helping young adults achieve success in their chosen endeavors, thus allowing them more freedom and time to give back to people and causes they believe in.

Born and raised in Norristown, Pennsylvania, Rich graduated first in his class from Bishop Kenrick High School in 1985, where he also excelled at quarterback . He was recruited to play quarterback at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated from Penn’s prestigious Wharton School of Business in 1989.

Rich and his wife Amy reside in Skippack, Pennsylvania and have two sons who are 20 and 17. Rich is also active in his community. He coached both football and basketball for many years. He views himself as both a teacher and mentor.

Philanthropically, Rich donates quietly to individuals in need of financial help and is involved with St. Francis of Assisi parish, Holy Saviour parish, Phoenixville Womens Outreach and The Michael Petrone Foundation.