Rick Perret

Rick Perret is a seasoned marketing executive at Broadcom, where he leads Analyst Relations, Open Source, and Infrastructure Marketing for the Mainframe Software Division. With a career spanning over two decades, Rick has consistently operated at the nexus of technology innovation and strategic business outcomes. His expertise lies in transforming complex technical solutions into clear, market-ready narratives that drive adoption and growth. A frequent contributor to industry thought leadership, Rick writes on topics such as open source adoption, infrastructure modernization, and the evolving role of mainframes in digital transformation. He is actively involved with the Open Mainframe Project, where he has supported initiatives like Zowe since their inception. Additionally, Rick is a co-author of a U.S. patent in supply chain risk management, reflecting his deep understanding of enterprise challenges and innovation.