Passion and a great work-ethic are characteristics that have shaped my career thus far. They are but two of my personal values. My recipe for success is being prepared at all times and admitting when wrong. I value lessons learned from failure to ensure continuous improvement and course correction. When I am not breaking into new territory, I enjoy learning Spanish and walking my dogs. Watching old reruns, dining out and visiting local markets are ways I like spending my weekends. A quote I live by “coffee owns me and I’m fine with that”. If you would like to connect: shout out to simone.vd.merwe@hotmail.com