Shelly Ribando Biography
Shelly Ribando is an American journalist working for KOAT as a co-anchor at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. alongside co-anchor Doug Fernandez. She joined the station in December 2007 and has served the station for over a decade. Previously, she served WOFL in Orlando, Florida, as the main 10 p.m. anchor.
Shelly Ribando Education
Ribando joined Siena College in Loudonville, New York, in 1997, when she finished her high school education. In 2000, she graduated with a Diploma. During college, she worked as an intern at WNYT Albany, New York. Further, she worked as an editorial assistant at WAMC/Northeast Public Radio.
Shelly Ribando Career
Ribando works for KOAT as a co-anchor at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. alongside co-anchor Doug Fernandez. She feels honored to deliver relevant and accurate newscasts to New Mexico and is thrilled to make new memories in New Mexico. Previously, she served WOFL in Orlando, Florida, as the main 10 p.m. anchor.
Ribando worked in the colder climates of Albany, Rochester, and Watertown, New York, before her time in the Sunshine State. Before working on the anchor desk, she worked day and night as an assignment editor, reporter, and producer. She believes in doing journalism that creates a difference. Her journalism work has won her recognition from organizations like the New York Associated Press Broadcasters Association and the Syracuse Press Club.
Some of her career highlights include broadcasting the aftereffects of the September 11th terrorist attacks from Manhattan, providing coverage for Florida’s hurricane season in 2004, and running with the Olympic Torch during the 2002 Winter Olympics. Active in the community, she works on the board of directors for the New Mexico Coalition for Literacy.
Shelly Ribando Age
Ribando likes to keep her personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month she was born. It is therefore not known when she celebrates her birthday. However, she might be in her 30s.
Shelly Ribando Height
Ribando stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Shelly Ribando Family
Ribando has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight; hence, she has not disclosed any information about her parents. It is also unknown if Ribando has any siblings.
Shelly Ribando Husband
Ribando is very private about her personal life therefore it is not known if she is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of her being in any past relationship with anyone.
Shelly Ribando Net Worth
Ribando has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Shelly Ribando Salary
Ribando earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Shelly Ribando KOAT
Ribando is working at KOAT where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Ron Burke
- Royale Da
- Todd Kurtz
- Sasha Lenninger
- Doug Fernandez
- Darlene Melendez
- Natalie Bode
- Byron Morton
- Eric Green
- Aliyah Chavez
- Julian Paras