Ann Tedesco, married Rick Alimonti in 1989 and consults with him on all of his books and stories with special emphasis on psychological and cultural components. Ann earned her Ph.D. in psychology from the Graduate Center of The City University of New York. She received a B.A. in economics from Fordham University. Ann has served as an Adjunct Professor at Baruch College and Hunter College. Ann is a managing partner of OrgVitality and has 15 years of consulting experience working in a variety of industries, including financial services, technology, insurance and pharmaceutical.