I was born and raised in New York City, attended Stuyvesant High School as a teen, and NYU as a young adult. After graduating, I left the city and lived and worked in both Mexico and Italy, before returning to New York City to work as a producer for RAI Corporation. In 2008, I chose to pursue an MBA from The California Polytechnic State University. It was a very rewarding experience, and the program introduced me to China, and to The Hutong. As The Hutong’s Managing Partner, I love to focus on growing the business, as well as promoting a high standard of professionalism among the team and a constructive company culture. I have developed a passion for business: for growing the business, for doing things right and doing the right things, embracing challenges, and learning the whole time. I am skilled in the following competencies:•The conceptual ability and strategic skills to set ambitious, achievable growth plans that are in line with the company’s vision and values•The management and organizational skills to achieve those plans and create an uplifting company culture•The leadership to raise performance and inspire colleagues•The resourcefulness to build and grow an “A Team” in a cost-effective manner•The interpersonal skills to connect with and lead, including excellent communication and listening skills, as well as the ability to be assertive and persuasive in negotiations•The people skills to effectively manage, grow and foster an “A Team” - this includes training, development, coaching, goal setting, performance appraisal, and career development•The talent assessment skills to identify, hire, and cultivate “A Players"•The drive, passion, ambition, and grit to turn ideas into reality, ensuring business growth•The creativity to develop and adapt innovative processes and programs, improve operations and create new opportunities