Robert Wolf Biography
Robert Wolf is an American anchor working for FOX NEWS as a contributor. He joined the FOX NEWS news team in 2016, after previously working for UBS Americas.
Robert Wolf Career
Wolf is a graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), where earned a B.S. in Economics. During his time at UPenn, he was a member of the varsity football team, contributing to the team’s victories in the IVY League Championships in both the 1982 and 1983 seasons. In recognition of his accomplishments, he was honored with induction into the Ivy Football Association in 2013. Moreover, in May 2014, Wolf was presented with the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Wharton School. He is the former Chairman and CEO of UBS Americas and has an impressive professional background. He also served as the President and Chief Operating Officer of UBS Investment Bank.
Additionally, he is the founder of 32 Advisors, a comprehensive holding company that encompasses various entities, including the direct investing arm 32 Ventures, the bipartisan economic insights company Strategic Worldviews, and advisory services catering to corporate clients in financial matters, risk, and governance. In 2022, he assumed the role of Chairman for the AI-driven messaging software platform Community. Prior to establishing 32 Advisors, he dedicated 18 years to UBS, holding key positions such as Chairman and CEO of UBS Americas, and President and Chief Operating Officer of the Investment Bank. His professional journey began in 1994 when he joined UBS after a decade at Salomon Brothers. In 2016, he joined Fox News/Fox Business as a contributor, making regular appearances on the network.
More recently, he contributed to NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ transition team, focusing on infrastructure, and served on the board of EJF’s SPAC, completing an $8.5 billion transaction with fintech company Pagaya. His commitment to public service is evident through three presidential appointments under President Obama. He served on the Economic Recovery Advisory Board (2009-2011), the Council on Jobs and Competitiveness (2011-2013), and the Export Council (2014-2016). He was also part of the Homeland Security Advisory Council’s Border Infrastructure Task Force in 2012 and acted as an informal advisor to President Obama. In 2017, he joined the board of directors for the Obama Foundation and currently chairs the foundation’s audit and risk committee.
During the 2016 Presidential Campaign, he identified himself as a close ally of Hillary Clinton, describing himself as a “non-surrogate surrogate.” He mentioned having the privilege of directly communicating with Secretary Clinton, campaign chairman John Podesta, and senior policy adviser Jake Sullivan, providing them with his ideas and insights. In a profile in The Hill in 2016, he expressed support for Hillary Clinton’s fiscally conservative plans, asserting that her business policies were preferable for the business community. He argued that many in the business world lean left socially but lean right fiscally, and in his view, Clinton’s fiscal plan outperformed Trump’s. Additionally, he also defended Wall Street, emphasizing that individuals in the financial sector are Americans with diverse reasons for voting. Furthermore, he downplayed the significance of regulation as a motivating factor in their voting decisions.
Previously, he held several significant roles in various organizations. He served as Vice Chairman of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice & Human Rights, was on the board of trustees of the Children’s Aid Society, participated on the Athletics Board of Overseers at the University of Pennsylvania, and was a member of the board of directors of the Financial Services Roundtable. In the 2012-2013 period, he hosted the show “Impact Players” on the Reuters Channel on YouTube TV. Additionally, he was a member of the advisory board of the show “Wall Street Week.”
Robert Wolf Salary
Wolf earns an annual salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Robert Wolf Net Worth
Wolf has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which he has earned through his career as a contributor.
Robert Wolf Age
Wolf was born on March 8, 1962, in United States. He is 62 years old as of 2024, and he celebrates his birthday on the 8th of March every year.
Robert Wolf Height and Weight
Wolf stands at a height of 5 feet 11 inches tall however, information about his weight has not been disclosed.
Robert Wolf Family
Wolf likes to keep his personal life private hence he has neither disclosed the names of his parents nor those of his siblings. However, this information will be updated when available.
Robert Wolf Wife and Children
Wolf is married to Carol who is a Senior Director of Corporate Development at Sandy Hook Promise. Together they have been blessed with two children. He resides in Purchase, New York together with his family.
Robert Wolf FOX NEWS
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