Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad―the #1 personal finance book of all time―Robert Kiyosaki has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. He is an entrepreneur, educator, and investor who believes that each of us has the power to makes changes in our lives, take control of our financial future, and live the rich life we deserve. With perspectives on money and investing that often contradict conventional wisdom, Robert has earned an international reputation for straight talk, irreverence, and courage and has become a passionate and outspoken advocate for financial education. Robert's most recent books―Why the Rich Are Getting Richer and More Important Than Money―were published in the spring of 2017 to mark the 20th Anniversary of the 1997 release of Rich Dad Poor Dad. That book and its messages, viewed around the world as a classic in the personal finance arena, have stood the test of time. Why the Rich Are Getting Richer, released two decades after the international blockbuster bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, is positioned as Rich Dad Graduate School.
Luke Daniels has performed at various repertory theatres around the country, with an emphasis on Shakespeare. His many audiobook credits range from action and suspense to young adult and adult fiction, including works by Philip Roth and John Updike. He currently resides in the Midwest.
Nick Podehl has been named a "Best Voice" by AudioFile magazine in 2010 and 2011. He has narrated many young adult, fantasy and romance titles, several of which have won awards, and has appeared in a number of theatrical productions and independent films.
Benjamin L. Darcie has been on the stage since he was six years old, performing in everything from musicals to Shakespeare. He drifted from the stage to the screen, acting in and directing short films, as well as doing voiceover work and narration for trailers, films, and audio projects. He currently lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Eric Dawe is a multiple award-winning actor, writer, director, singer, and freelance commercial and voice talent. He lives in Michigan.
AudioFile magazine Earphone award winner Tom Parks is a pastor living in Muskegon, Michigan, with his wife Becky. He is the proud father of three grown children: Nikki, Everett, and Aaron. In his spare time he loves playing percussion in musicals and is an avid reader of many different kinds of literature.
For almost 25 years Jim Bond produced and hosted general interest and fine arts radio talk shows, primarily in the Midwest. Since 1985 Bond has maintained an active schedule as a director and narrator of radio and television commercials, corporate videos, and audiobooks, many of which have won awards including an Audie Award.
Kate Rudd was born and raised in coastal West Michigan. Her lifelong love of storytelling led to a career in acting and vocal performance. Her audiobook narrations cover young adult, romance and fantasy titles, including Celine Kiernan's Moorehawke Trilogy. Kate's work can be seen in several feature films and at www.KateRudd.com.
Hometown:
Phoenix, Arizona
Date of Birth:
April 8, 1947
Place of Birth:
Honolulu, Hawaii
Education:
B.S., U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
