R. E. Gold was born and raised in Upstate New York. He is of Italian descent, was raised by loving parents, and is the youngest son of five children. His college interests provided education in engineering, economics, biology, ecology, nutrition, and the culinary arts. Travel throughout his life has allowed him to experience different cultures and people who have helped him shape a better view of how the world works. Music, nature, lifelong friendships, supportive extended family, and an outlook that each following day grants endless opportunities keep him moving forward.