As a versatile professional, I am deeply passionate about creating meaningful connections. This passion drives me to engage with others and build relationships that are not only professional but also personal.One of my favorite quotes is by Napoleon Hill: Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve. With presence, patience, and planning, I've seen that we can turn our desires into reality. A never-ending desire for knowledge, a mind for details and organization, and an appreciation of technology, creativity, and empathy have provided an interesting professional journey. + Accounting: My education and work experience have made me a whiz at Excel, and I have a thorough understanding of financial statements--excellent skills for almost any line of work. At one time, I possessed nearly everything necessary to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) except the desire (eventually).+ Fundraising & Business Development: For nine years, working for nonprofit and community organizations, I developed skills for grant writing, fundraising, marketing, communications, and relationship building. When you are in a development director role for a nonprofit, it helps to be the jack-of-all-trades type. I loved knowing my efforts were doing good in the world. Unfortunately, most nonprofit positions do not provide a salary or benefits that make it possible for a single person to support themselves without a second job. + Real Estate: During COVID, I obtained my real estate license, so I would no longer have to be reliant on a single source of income. The deeper I delve into this world, the more I love it. I can help people meaningfully and give back (I donate 10% of my commission to charity). I will forever respectfully and gratefully hold my license and oath as a REALTOR. + Construction: My full-time position is in marketing and preconstruction (I assist in estimating). I began this path toward the end of COVID in July 2021. Although I am not often on a construction site, I know my work improves communities. Much of our work is for school districts, park districts, municipalities, libraries, nonprofits, and healthcare—organizations/entities that play a significant role in quality of life. I am grateful my journey led me here. Beyond professional experiences, I am passionate about wellness--how we care for ourselves matters (I am not perfect, but I strive for balance). My professional and personal experiences drive my personal mission to connect people to knowledge and resources, leading to a well-balanced, well-informed, inspired life.