Richard Ferrara

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Richard brings over 30 years of technology leadership experience to Stone Brook Solutions, spanning enterprise software development, project and program management, and executive IT strategy. Before founding the firm, he led technology advisory engagements for a national professional services firm, advising business leaders on technology strategy, software selection, and modernization. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration and is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect.

A U.S. Marine Corps veteran (1987–1991), Richard leads every engagement with the discipline, accountability, and mission focus instilled during his service. He is also a published author, executive speaker, and mentor, with board and committee service supporting mission-driven organizations.

Competency

We are committed to being lifelong students of technology and business, applying that depth of knowledge to your specific situation to provide intelligent, well-grounded guidance.

Creativity

Broad experience across many domains gives us a unique perspective on your situation. We explore the unconventional as part of every evaluation, helping you see challenges as opportunities.

Collaboration

We work as an extension of your team, not around it. Involving your people throughout the process means the institutional knowledge stays with your organization once we’re done.

Compassion

Change is disruptive, and technology is often misunderstood. We take a compassionate approach — educating, reassuring, and building genuine buy-in rather than dictating from the outside.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, founded 2023, based in Bel Air, Maryland. Deep ties to Harford County and an active member of the National Veteran Small Business Coalition.

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