To reach out, or not to reach out. Tis' the question

I am interviewing for FT role at a small Chicago group (think ~20 office), and one of co-founders (who still works there) is alum of my university.

I understand he is extremely senior, but is it worth reaching out a week prior to the interview to ask for what makes analysts successful, any advice, etc.

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