Rick Stevenson — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Managing Director and Founder of ForQuest Solutions since 2016.
Specializes in architecting and developing business analytical solutions with over 25 years of experience.
Achieved IBM Planning Analytics Certification in Architecture, Developer, and Sales in 2025.
Expert in IBM Analytical applications, including Planning Analytics and Watsonx AI.
Developed ProfitCy® IBM Planning Analytics Accelerators for financial and operational solutions.
Previously served as Vice President - Business Analytics at Prolifics from 2013 to 2016.
Holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

Biography

Rick Stevenson, CPA, CGMA, is the Managing Director and Founder of ForQuest Solutions, a role he has held since 2016. At ForQuest, he focuses on architecting and developing business analytical solutions, leveraging over 25 years of experience in the field. He is recognized for his expertise in IBM Analytical applications, particularly IBM Planning Analytics and Watsonx AI, having achieved IBM Planning Analytics Certification in Architecture, Developer, and Sales in 2025.