Unfinished: Believing Is Only the Beginning

Author Bio: Richard Stearns

Richard Stearns brought nearly twenty-five years of corporate experience to World Vision when he became its president in June 1998. He also holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. His professional career began in marketing with the Gillette Company before he held various roles with Parker Brothers Games, culminating in his appointment as president in 1984. In 1985, he became a vice president at the Franklin Mint, then joined Lenox in 1987 as president of Lenox Collections. In 1995 he was named president and chief executive officer of Lenox, Inc. As president of World Vision, he is responsible for US operations, which include fundraising, advocacy, and program development. He lives with his wife in Bellevue, Washington, with their five children.