Rich Napoli

Deacon Rich Napoli is an Adjunct Professor at the Busch School of Business, The Catholic University of America. With over 40 years in software engineering, he retired as CEO of Relevantz, Inc., a 1,200-person firm, and previously held executive roles at State Street, Citicorp, and other global firms. He has led software teams at five companies and currently serves on the board of the Health Standards Organization (HSO) in Canada. Ordained as a permanent deacon in 2011, he co-hosts a radio show and actively participates in various boards and religious assignments.

• Expertise: Software Engineering, Digital Technologies, Entrepreneurship
• Prior Leadership: CEO of Relevantz Inc., multiple software firms, and global enterprises

Education includes dual BS degrees in Computer Science and Economics from Stony Brook University, an MBA in Finance from New York University, and Diaconal Studies from St. Charles Seminary. His career spans executive leadership, board governance, and technology innovation, with a focus on practical applications of digital advancements.

He is deeply involved in Catholic institutions, including roles with Holy Spirit Radio and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and supports The Catholic University of America, where his three children graduated.