Richard J. Stillman (1917–2008) was a professor emeritus of management at the University of New Orleans College of Business Administration, where he taught from 1967 until 1982.

He wrote a total of eighteen books on management, investing, and personal finance.

He retired as colonel (O-6) in 1964 Stillman was awarded the Bronze Star, The Legion of Merit the Luxembourg Order of the Crown, and the Paratrooper Badge for his military service.

[2] Stillman funded an endowed professorship in management at UNO and sponsored the running track on the campus.

[5]"He also donated a General Patton section at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.