Rick de la Torre
Retired CIA Operations Officer
Rick is a retired CIA operations officer with over 20 years of experience in intelligence, national security, and covert action. Now a highly regarded consultant, Rick specializes in solving complex business challenges and navigating volatile markets, leveraging his deep understanding of strategic business intelligence and risk management. With a particular focus on Latin America and emerging technologies, Rick’s unique blend of operational expertise and business acumen makes him a powerful voice in both the business and defense sectors.
Before his government service, Mr. de la Torre served as CEO of Grupo Dexxar, directing multinational operations in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and held senior roles at Hewlett Packard, EDS, and Amphenol. Fluent in Spanish and experienced in international markets, he now leads Tower Strategy’s federal lobbying and strategic-advisory practice, helping corporations and investors navigate the intersection of U.S. policy, commerce, and national security worldwide.