my name is val and i like thinking about and solving hard problems because i love the process of learning. i invite and enjoy the task of becoming an expert in my area of study because i equally enjoy sharing my findings and teaching others. i have a skill of engaging audiences with my storytelling, no matter the content.i am a self-motivated, natural achiever who likes the mental exercise of investigating the details. i like to not only know the "what," but also the "why." the current problems i solve are ones that are rooted in the paradox of growth creating complexity, yet complexity hindering growth. i have a talent and skill for translating complex or unexciting concepts to untrained or disinterested audiences; i like getting people excited about my work.i enjoy failing forward because i always learn something new about how i think or approach problems. in the words of Bob Ross, "There are no mistakes, just happy little accidents."StrengthsFinder Top 5 Strengths:* Learner* Communication* Individualization* Achiever* Focushttps://www.amazon.jobs/content/en/teams/amazon-web-services