First Job: “Babysitting. I learned patience.”
Greatest Inspiration: “My parents. They took major risks in order to provide a future for their children.”
Toughest Challenge: “Making sure that our organization is maintaining relevance to our industry, community, and members. This requires constant re-evaluation of our activities and investing in new programs and people. As a nonprofit, maintaining financial stability [while] being nimble in creating game-changing programs is a delicate balance.”
Lesson Learned: “You have to continually change and adapt to stay on top of your industry. You have to take risks in business and in life.”
Funny Moment: “I got a hole-in-one on my birthday with a group of friends. Drinks were on me!”
Car I Drive: “Infiniti Q60 convertible”
How I Motivate Others: “I encourage people to take risks and do things differently, and I always back them even if it does not work out the way it was planned. I work very hard and never will ask someone to do something that I would not do myself.”
Who’d Play Me in a Bio-Pic: “Bette Midler, just because I love her.”
Bucket List: “Go sea kayaking”
Hobby/Passion: “I have a few passions. I love being with family and friends around a dinner table with great conversation. I love golf, but [have] a high handicap. I love travel, music, and art.”
