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Barry L. Ritholtz is a prominent figure in the financial industry, serving in various roles. He is the esteemed host of “Masters in Business” on Bloomberg Radio, a columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, and the founder and chief investment officer of Ritholtz Wealth Management.
Ritholtz Wealth Management (RWM), established in 2013, is a highly regarded financial planning and asset management firm with a substantial $175 million in assets. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services to cater to the diverse needs of its clients.
In 2008-09, Ritholtz authored the influential book “Bailout Nation,” which was published by Wiley in 2009. Recognized for its insightful content, the book was named “Investment Book of the Year” by Stock Trader’s Almanac and received a First Amendment Award for Outstanding Journalism: Best Book. It garnered further praise from various media outlets, including USA Today, Miami Herald, and Marketplace Radio, which regarded it as one of the top finance/business books of 2009.
Ritholtz’s educational background showcases his commitment to intellectual growth. He holds a graduate degree from Yeshiva University’s Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York, where he specialized in Economics, Anti-Trust, and Corporate Law. During his time there, he was an active member of the Law Review and graduated with honors. For his undergraduate studies, Ritholtz pursued Mathematics and Physics at Stony Brook University, where he was awarded a Regents Scholarship. He earned a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences degree in Political Science.