Rick Ridder is a highly accomplished political consultant and strategist with decades of experience in the field. He holds a Master of Science in Broadcasting from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from Middlebury College. He has worked on numerous political campaigns, including serving as campaign manager for Howard Dean's successful 2002 gubernatorial campaign and as national field director for Gary Hart's presidential campaigns. He has also been a consultant for high-profile figures such as Bill Bradley and the Tennessee House Caucus. In addition, Ridder is the owner of RBI Strategies and Research and has been a member of several political consultant organizations, including the International Association of Political Consultants.