MEET KRIS

Ruby was born in Westchester County, New York. She grew up in Edgemont and later moved to Waccabuc, New York. 

Ruby’s mother, Jackie, worked in real estate. Her father, Doug, was born on Long Island and worked in finance. Her brother, Brian, attended Columbia University. Ruby graduated from John Jay High School and Boston University and received a degree in public relations from BU’s College of Communications. In high school, Ruby was an active member of The Debate team and Mock Trial, and she attended summer classes at NYU Journalism. At BU, Ruby interned at Sirius Satellite Radio, CBS Domestic Television Distribution, and E! Entertainment. She studied at BU during a semester abroad while living in South Kensington, London, and also studied for a semester in Los Angeles, California. Ruby is an alumnus of Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority (AEPHI). Ruby was accepted into the Executive master's program at S.I. Newhouse and plans on completing the program later on in her career. Ruby's parents substantially impacted her work ethic, drive, determination, and desire to contribute to the national conversation. Raised in a household that praised academic achievement and industry contribution, Ruby leads educational webinars, guest lectures students, and gives back to women in the media and communications.