Rich Rieger, a Leader in Life Sciences, Joins BRG as Managing Director in Chicago

Rich Rieger Joins BRG as Managing Director

Rich Rieger, a recognized global leader in life sciences, has recently joined the Health Analytics practice at BRG (Berkeley Research Group) based in Chicago. With an impressive career spanning nearly three decades, Rieger brings a wealth of experience working with biopharmaceutical and MedTech companies. His new role involves advising these organizations on how to achieve growth, improve performance, and make informed strategic decisions.

BRG, known for its specialized consulting services, emphasizes the importance of Rieger’s extensive expertise in navigating the complexities of the life sciences industry, especially as it faces new challenges and opportunities in 2025. His involvement will extend beyond mere advisory services, as he will also contribute to assisting financial sponsors with their investment strategies, due diligence processes, and overall asset management in the life sciences sector.

Over the years, Rieger has played a pivotal role in transformative initiatives across various key functions within major companies. His operational strategy, research and development portfolio optimization, merger and acquisition execution, and commercialization strategies are integrated into his comprehensive consulting approach. His deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical and MedTech industries enables him to effectively facilitate transformative changes while collaborating with diverse stakeholders along the value chain.

In addition, Rieger has gained significant recognition for providing expert support in litigation and arbitration cases, advising on some of the most critical issues related to preclinical and clinical research and development, regulatory compliance, and market access challenges. His counsels have notably influenced legal matters, including intellectual property disputes and compliance issues before federal and state courts as well as high-profile cases involving the Department of Justice.

2025 is anticipated to be a transformative year for healthcare and life sciences due to rapid developments in technology, changing regulations, and evolving operational challenges. According to Jerry Lewandowski, a Managing Director at BRG, Rieger's experience and insights will be crucial for firms seeking to remain competitive in this dynamic landscape. His arrival is seen as a means to facilitate responses to strategic, operational, and transactional activities in the industry.

Before joining BRG, Rieger held significant positions at various prestigious consultancies and companies. Most recently, he was a Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal and previously served as a Principal at LEK Consulting. There, he provided guidance to well-known global biopharmaceutical and MedTech firms along with private equity entities. Rieger's impressive track record includes leading global pharmaceutical efforts at Baxter Healthcare Corporation and business development initiatives at both Horizon Therapeutics and AbbVie (formerly Abbott Laboratories).

Rieger has expressed enthusiasm for joining BRG, highlighting the firm's extensive resources and insights which he plans to leverage for the benefit of clients and the patients they serve. His commitment to the nonprofit healthcare community is notable; he has been an active member of the Scientific Advisory Board at the Gateway for Cancer Research for over a decade and was involved with the National Marrow Donor Program for eight years.

Rich Rieger holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and a BS from the University of Notre Dame, further adding to his credentials in the field. With his addition to BRG, the firm is well-positioned to navigate the evolving challenges of healthcare and continue leading in providing enhanced value to its clients across the life sciences spectrum.

About BRG

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