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What is your educational background ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Bachelor ’ s degree in Finance from the University of Florida , 2001 . MBA from Florida Gulf Coast University , 2006 .
What was your first job ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Financial Advisor for Morgan Stanley
What is your favorite travel location ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Costa Rica . It is absolutely beautiful and amazing there !
What are you currently reading ? Robinson-Ricciardi : “ Rigged ” by Ben Mezrich . He is a great author and all of his books are very interesting reads .
Grill master or reservations : Robinson-Ricciardi : I love to cook !
What is your favorite movie ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Shawshank Redemption
What are your hobbies or interests outside of work ? Robinson-Ricciardi : I love running , I have run 7 marathons and 21 half -marathons
Do you have any pets ? Robinson-Ricciardi : A 16- year old Shih-Tzu named Bradley , I have had him since he was 8 weeks old
What is the secret to your success ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Hard work and always wanting to learn more
What would be your dream vacation ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Tahiti and Bora Bora
What is your favorite college or pro team ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Florida Gators
Campfire or fireplace ? Robinson-Ricciardi : Campfire , I love the outdoors . I grew up in Utah where my family visited the mountains almost every weekend .
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