“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” — Vice Lombardi I have always had a strong work ethic; my parents instilled that in me. Doing things right is the fabric of my being. This quote resonates with me because it reminds me that nobody is perfect, and you can still make achievements even if mistakes are made along the way. Just keep going, and you can deliver excellent results. I try to instill this belief in both my own team and those I partner with. There are never negative consequences for trying something new or trying to make something better. I want those around me to be innovative and aspire to excellence every day, whether that is with a client or a project they are working on. My most recent position leading on a team to build a brand new trading platform was not fully formed when I agreed to take it, but I made sure our goal of creating a customer-grade experience was always top of mind. I encouraged my team to give their all every day, to push past the ordinary for a shot at excellence. Being a key part in making decisions about this new platform and helping get the best out of everyone involved was electrifying! Now the goal is to find ways to make the applications better and the client experience more engaging. This idea of building new things and then continuously improving them is what makes me want to go to work everyday. You Wouldn’t Guess • I can trace my roots back to the Mayflower; I am descended from Richard Warren. • I am an avid pickleball player. If you have similar interests, experiences, and goals, let’s connect!