Connect and Inspire People. Create Memorable Experiences. Drive Impact. Make a Difference. For Good. I am passionate about people and community betterment. I thrive when involved in an opportunity to strategically advise on how to best drive impact, by way of engagement through memorable moments.Notable community give back experiences/efforts I have helped lead:*AHA 2019 Heart Ball - raised a record breaking $1M *Winefest 2019 Prima Dinner sponsored by CCCU - since the inception of Winefest, The Des Moines Wine Festival Foundation has raised $450k+ for local charities and cultural organizations*WOCO 2020 (proceeds benefitting Dorothy's House) - raised $40k+ *Winefest 2021 UnExpected Cellar presented by CCCU - since the inception of Winefest, The Des Moines Wine Festival Foundation has raised $450k+ for local charities and cultural organizations*Winefest 2022 UnExpected Cellar presented by CCCU - The Des Moines Wine Festival Foundation has raised $450k+ for local charities and cultural organizations*Uncoastal Social 2022 - VIP Event Experience presented by CCCU held during the 2022 Home Show Expo (proceeds benefitting Habitat for Humanity and Iowa Skilled Trades) - raised $20kEnergizing Quotes:“It’s pretty amazing what you can do with a simple idea and passion." - Betheny Frankel “I’m not telling you it’s going to be easy – I’m telling you it’s going to be worth it.” - Art Williams "The most dangerous phrase in the language is, 'We’ve always done it this way.'” - Rear Admiral Grace Hopper “Behaviors are what we do at the time. Outcomes are what we leave behind.” - Mason Holloway "The role of a leader is not to come up with all the great ideas. The role of a leader is to create an environment in which great ideas can happen." - Simon Sinek “Give a Damn! For Good.” - Brooke Cook