Rich received his formal training from Northern Illinois University, and is an endorser and clinician for Sabian Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks, Latin Percussion (LP), and HQ Percussion.
He has served on the Modern Drummer Magazine Reader Advisory Board, as well as having written numerous articles and transcriptions for the publication. Rich has performed in an array of venues and settings that include cruise ships, back up for national acts, and Motown Era sensations. In addition to his professional pursuits, he makes time to teach drum lessons in Denver and has been doing so for more than 16 years.