Rik was born in Spokane, WA. He is a fourth-generation Master Furrier. He worked for eight years in Southern California as Regional Fur Designer/Workroom Manager at Neiman Marcus. Rik has owned retail businesses in Thiensville, WI, Newport Beach, CA, and Spokane, WA. He now lives in Raleigh and owns two retail businesses in Raleigh and Asheville, NC. His entrepreneurial spirit and a “good eye” for choosing retail locations make him a perfect fit for business owners who would like to start or expand their business here in the Triangle. His hands-on approach, knowledge of retail business, along with his attention to detail and good customer service, make him an excellent and effective Commercial Realtor. Throughout his professional life, Rik has maintained integrity and provided each client with outstanding service, building long-term business relationships with them. Rik believes in “giving back to the community”. He is a 25-year Rotarian, and he chaired the Youth Services Committee for several years as a member of Spokane Club 21.