Ric Edelman is the Founder of Edelman Financial Engines. For more than 30 years, he has been passionate about teaching everyday people about personal finance. His dedication to teaching the public about personal finance has established him as a prominent and trusted financial professional in the United States. Edelman is recognized as one of the nation’s most influential personalities in the financial planning and investment management business. He is also an award-winning radio show host and bestselling author who has sold millions of copies of personal finance books.