I was born in Mexico City and migrated with my family to Kansas City in the early 2000’s. I’ve lived in Kansas City most of my life and it’s now where I call home. My migrant parents prepared me as best as they could for life in a new country. First, they let me know that I will come in with a disadvantage and face a lot of challenges. I will have to work harder just to catch up. Second, that we might not always have resources for the things I want or need so I must be resourceful. Third, that no matter what happens I must always move forward (hay que seguir adelante). Finally, my mother being a strong woman of faith, hay que ser humilde (you must always be humble).I didn’t see it then, but these lessons taught me valuable skills to succeed in the roles I take. Having a strong work ethic is a must, you can’t get anywhere without hard work and perseverance. Being resourceful lead me to learning how to be creative in problem solving to the point where now I love to talk about ideas for ideas sake. Third is that problems, obstacles, and difficulties will always arise, and I must prepare for them but also learn not to get stuck and push through. And finally, I find joy and happiness in being able to serve others with my talents and resources. Its important to me that I help those whose paths I cross whenever I can.I currently find myself in a role where I help people see the potential within themselves, help them communicate it effectively, and serve as a resource for a very important moment in people’s lives. Finding a career. The effects of employment trickle down to the whole community and I take pride in doing my best to guide others through the process.In my free time, I am a passionate soccer fan. I have leveraged my passion and skill in the sport to coach high school soccer and guide the student athletes to being successful athletes and men.Through my current and past positions, I have developed skills in:• Business Development• Leadership & Management• B2B & B2C Sales• Lead Generation• Full Cycle Recruiting• Marketing and Brand Development• AR, AP, Payroll & General Accounting• Coaching & TrainingI love learning how I can help the community so if you have a project, idea, or need help anywhere you see the need for my skill set please don’t hesitate to reach out! If you’re in the construction industry or looking to enter the construction industry, and have questions, need guidance, or want to learn more about McConnell & Associates, connect with me!