Rick is a very knowledgeable search professional with over twenty five years of experience at New Directions. He has performed searches in a multitude of manufacturing industries, and disciplines, and enjoys the variety and challenge found within the executive search field. Having filled hundreds of high level searches, Rick always strives to find the top talent for our clients by applying his considerable breadth and years of experience, strong professionalism, determination, and creativity. Rick has both a B.S. undergraduate degree and an M.B.A. from Illinois State University.

     Rick is married with two children. He enjoys family activities, home improvements, playing basketball and reading.

Contact Information

Richard L. Santarelli, Senior Vice President
Phone: 630-462-1840 Ext 616
Email: rick@ndsearch.com

Dale A. Frank, CEO
Elaine Jarzabek, Assistant to the CEO
John M. Morton, President
Richard L. Santarelli, Senior Vice President
Douglas W. Scott, Senior Vice President
Timothy J. Sezonov, Vice President
Nate A. Frank, Vice President
Owen Handy, Search Consultant
Kate Szumski, Research Associate