Home: New York, NY. Age: 33. Birthplace: Washington, DC. Alma mater: University of Virginia, Darden School of Business; University of St Andrews. Languages spoken: English, Italian, French and conversational German.
Latest accomplishment: Ran the Brooklyn Half Marathon. Hobbies: Playing soccer, skiing, watching Formula 1, riding and working on my motorcycle. Recent travel or adventure: Oaxaca, Mexico. Last book read: James, by Percival Everett. Recently viewed and recommended: Slow Horses.
How do you define a perfect friendship? Mutual respect, empathy/sympathy, appreciation of differing perspectives and the willingness to speak freely. What is your guilty pleasure? I have a total sweet tooth. What word or phrase do you use far too often? Presumably. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Nurses. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? The Armoury. How do you relieve stress? Spending time with family and friends. What is your go-to workout? Long runs near the water. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Somewhere where authenticity is essential and on display.
What was your first paying job? Working in a restaurant. What was your favorite college course? Modern History. What book have you repeatedly read? Catcher and the Rye, by J. D. Salinger. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Patience is truly a virtue. Life will take a lot of windy roads. What is your favorite app? Spotify. I can’t live without music and podcasts. What is your go-to source of news and information? The Economist and The Wall Street Journal.
What message do you want to send out into the world?
Remain open-minded and amenable to new perspectives.
What widely held belief do you reject? The belief that we are too divided to find some form of middle ground or agreement. What mega-trend most excites you? Advances in technology to improve the health and well-being of others.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My grandfather. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A construction worker. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? The watch my wife gave me when we got married. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? My wedding day.
Personal motto: Life is full of experiences; you have to embrace their teachings. Favorite quote: “Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another” (Walter Elliot).
