Richard Bishop is a multifaceted professional excelling in real estate and education, complemented by a rich family heritage and community involvement. As a licensed New York Real Estate Salesperson with Briante Realty in Carmel, NY, Richard has showcased his ability to navigate the complexities of the real estate market. His deep understanding of marketing and business administration, backed by a Bachelor of Science from Manhattan College, has been pivotal in his success in this field.  His real estate career has been further enhanced by an FAA Licensed Certification as a commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle pilot specializing in 3D Mapping.  He has founded Aspire-Above Inc., a freelance drone company. 

In the realm of education, Richard has been a devoted figure in the Carmel Central School District in New York since September 1998. For close to three decades, he has dedicated himself to nurturing young minds as a 5th grade teacher. His educational journey is further distinguished by his roles as the Varsity Girls Tennis Coach at Carmel High School, volunteer CYO basketball coach at St. Joachim in Beacon and a high school basketball official for IAABO in Putnam, Dutchess and Ulster Counties. His tenure spans impactful years at both Kent Elementary and George Fischer Middle School.

Richard's professional network is enriched by experiences such as working for the immediate family of a Westchester County Billionaire.  He was also an inspiration for the creation of "Slam Dunk Saturday”, and consulted on “Basketball Buddies" a children's book by famed “I Spy” series author Jean Marzollo.  These experiences underscore his ability to connect with a diverse range of individuals and sectors.

On a personal note, Richard's family history and achievements are notable. His grandfather, William Slattery, was a WWII Navy veteran who played a significant role in the war, notably in piloting the plane that dropped surrender papers on Wake Island. His son, Jordan Bishop, has left a mark in the world of sports as a celebrated athlete with Top 10 career hits in Siena College Baseball history.  In addition to these familial accomplishments, Richard's other children have also achieved notable successes: his son Jake, a successful Siena College graduate and top salesman at Manhattan Beverage; daughter Hannah, a Varsity Cheer Coach at Roy C Ketcham High School; and youngest daughter Aubree, a junior at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts High School, focusing on Ballet. Richard's personal inspirations include extensive hiking and some kayaking with travel to 46 states and five countries abroad.   

Richard Bishop's career and personal life blend the achievements in real estate and education with a commitment to family and community, creating a legacy of diverse accomplishments and societal contributions.