Bob Palmer
What book has had the greatest impact on your career?
Harold and the Purple Crayon, by Crocket Johnson. Not only is it a great story — it's a great foundation for any budding entrepreneur.
One luxury you cannot do without?
Taking a family vacation every year.
The greatest athlete alive today?
Steve Yzerman, former captain of the Detroit Red Wings — not only for his accomplishments, but the fact that he accomplished them in a very humble manner.
Your favorite sport?
Golf, because I can participate in it as well as watch it.
Length of your morning commute?
Twenty minutes on a good day.
Most productive time of the day for you?
It may sound unconventional, but I function best between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m.
Best finger food?
Chips and salsa.
Which career would you select if you couldn't be a financial advisor?
I think I'd really enjoy being general manager of an NHL hockey team.
Your motto, if you have one:
Treat others as you want to be treated.
Your ideal vacation:
Any place warm with a mixture of activity and relaxation.
Best career move?
Helping to register our firm as an investment advisory in 1993.
