Jack Rich was appointed senior vice president and chief investment officer in September 2005, overseeing Abilene Christian University's investment strategies. 

From 1991 to 2005, he served in a variety of positions at ACU, including executive vice president and vice president for finance and administration.   Prior to beginning work at ACU, he worked in real estate development, banking and public accounting. 

Rich received a Bachelor of Business Administration from ACU and an MBA from the University of Texas San Antonio. He is a CPA and earned the right to use the CFA designation in 2006. 

Rich serves on the boards of the Community Foundation of Abilene, Christian Homes of Texas, Abilene Christian Schools and Kenley School.  Rich also serves as an elder at Highland Church of Christ.  

He is married to the former Karen Leith, and they have four children: Clay, Mark, Julie, and Katie.