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<p><strong><a href="/biography/maria-bartiromo">Maria Sara Bartiromo</a></strong> is an American <a href="/biography/maria-bartiromo">broadcast journalist</a>, magazine contributor, and author. She began her career with CNN before transitioning to CNBC, where she significantly shaped financial journalism for two decades.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Maria Bartiromo was born on September 11, 1967, to Italian-American parents. She was raised in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. She attended Fontbonne Hall Academy and later earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Economics from New York University.</p>

<p>Bartiromo often speaks fondly of her childhood in Brooklyn, describing it as a close-knit, middle-class environment. Her street was filled with children playing games like stickball and manhunt—activities that contributed to her strong sense of community. Living just 30 minutes from Manhattan, she enjoyed the balance between suburban calm and city vibrancy. She credits her hardworking parents, who instilled in her the importance of diligence—a value that continues to drive her career. Bartiromo still visits her hometown regularly, where many of her family members reside.</p>

<h2>Family Influences and Early Interests</h2>

<p>Maria's parents owned and operated Rex Manor, an Italian restaurant in Brooklyn, where she helped on weekends by checking coats. During her youth, she considered several career paths—including becoming a singer, pharmacist, nurse, or interior decorator—but discovered her passion for journalism while studying at NYU. She frequently refers to her mother as her hero and best friend, praising her resilience in raising three children and passing on the lesson of perseverance.</p>

<h2>Journalism Career Beginnings</h2>

<p>Bartiromo launched her career at CNN, working as a producer and assignment editor for <em>CNN Business News</em> for five years. In 1993, she joined CNBC, where she took on the role of anchor and managing editor for <em>On the Money with Maria Bartiromo</em>. She broke new ground by becoming the first journalist to broadcast live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Despite initial skepticism from male traders on the trading floor, Bartiromo persisted, confident in her financial acumen and preparation.</p>

<p>She went on to anchor several key CNBC programs, including <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Closing_Bell">Closing Bell</a></em>, <em>Market Wrap</em>, and <em>Business Center</em>. In 2007, she hosted <em>The Business of Innovation</em>, further establishing her reputation as a premier voice in business journalism. Bartiromo often cites lessons learned from interviewing global leaders and business executives as instrumental to her own professional development.</p>

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<h2>Transition to FOX Business Network</h2>

<p>After 20 influential years at CNBC, Bartiromo joined FOX Business Network in 2013. CNBC acknowledged her departure with appreciation for her contributions. At FOX, she assumed dual roles as Global Markets Editor and anchor. She currently hosts <em>Mornings with Maria</em> on the FOX Business Network, and <em>Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo</em> on the FOX News Channel. Her transition was widely viewed as strategic, aligning with her extensive background in financial reporting.</p>

<p>In an interview with Parade Magazine, Bartiromo shared her enthusiasm for her new Sunday show, which aimed to cover timely economic and healthcare topics. Her early guests included Cleveland Clinic <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toby_Cosgrove">CEO</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toby_Cosgrove">Toby Cosgrove</a> and former U.S. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Summers">Treasury Secretary</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Summers">Larry Summers</a>. The show quickly established itself as a platform for in-depth discussions on major policy and economic issues.</p>

<h2>Books, Awards, and Professional Affiliations</h2>

<p>Maria Bartiromo is the <a href="/biography/maria-bartiromo">author</a> of two books: <em>Make Money in Any Economy</em> (2001) and <em>The 10 Laws of Enduring Success</em> (2010). Her work has earned her several prestigious awards, including a 2008 News & Documentary Emmy and a Gracie Award for her coverage of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Greenspan">Alan Greenspan</a>. She also received recognition for the CNBC documentary <em>Inside the Mind of Google</em>.</p>

<p>She holds positions on several boards, including the Board of Trustees at New York University, the Girl Scout Council of Greater New York, and the National Italian American Foundation—highlighting her ongoing commitment to education and heritage.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>

<p>Maria Bartiromo is married to Jonathan Steinberg, CEO of WisdomTree Investments, and the son of late <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saul_Steinberg_(businessman)">financier</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saul_Steinberg_(businessman)">Saul Steinberg</a>. The couple does not have children, a choice Bartiromo has publicly supported as essential to maintaining her career focus.</p>

<p>Known during her early television years by the nickname “Money Honey,” Bartiromo addressed the moniker with good humor. In a Parade Magazine interview, she stated, “I never took it so seriously... I think my viewers know who I am. When CEOs give me an interview, I’m going to ask the hard questions.” She emphasized that the nickname never diminished her professionalism and was simply a media-created label that didn’t define her identity or work ethic.</p>

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