I am a purpose-driven, analytical leader with a deep commitment to empowering teams and helping individuals achieve their full potential. I believe that when people feel heard, seen, and valued, they can unlock their best work. My approach focuses on collaboration, active listening, and problem-solving to create positive, lasting change.Growing up in a small family business, I learned the importance of hard work, innovation, and truly understanding customer needs. I loved helping our clients find that special product they’d been searching for—the one that evoked nostalgia and joy. This experience taught me the value of listening and building strong relationships.At Deloitte, many assumed my work as an auditor was all about crunching numbers. While I could certainly build models and analyze data, the real focus was on understanding clients' goals and applying the right accounting principles to support their success. This ability to listen, understand, and find the right solutions became a cornerstone of my career.When I transitioned to a role in analytics at Cisco, I learned that the first step in solving any problem is to clearly define what we are trying to understand. I also acted as a translator between business leaders and data engineers/scientists, ensuring that business objectives were clearly communicated and translated into actionable data strategies. This alignment helped us operationalize processes and scale solutions that created measurable impact.My role on Cisco’s DEI team in HR allowed me to apply my strategic and operational skills to a new function. I worked alongside top DEI professionals and came to understand that DEI is a shared responsibility, not something owned solely by a department. It’s something that every individual within an organization must contribute to in order to create a more inclusive, equitable world.Throughout my career, I’ve always been passionate about simplifying complex ideas and helping others understand and act on them. Whether it’s mentoring, coaching, or helping teams make data-driven decisions, I thrive in environments where I can support others and make a meaningful impact.