The Person Behind the Business

Business has always been an important part of my life, but it has never defined who I am. I have always enjoyed building things—whether it is a company, a strategy, or simply finding a better way of doing something. Curiosity has shaped my career, but it has also shaped my life.

As a teenager, I spent countless hours tying flies for fly fishing. It taught me patience, precision, and the quiet satisfaction of creating something with my own hands. I cannot honestly say my handmade flies always impressed the fish, but they taught me lessons that have stayed with me ever since.

Looking back, those same qualities continue to influence how I lead, solve problems, and collaborate with clients today. I have also never lost my sense of adventure. For several years, I owned a Harley-Davidson XL883C Sportster Custom, and one day I fully intend to own another. Few things clear the mind like an open road, the scent of buttercup fields, freshly fertilized fields, and no fixed destination.

Home is a different kind of adventure. I am married to a musician, which means creativity has a permanent place in our household. We share our home with our Chihuahua, who is absolutely convinced she is the one running the show, and I am the proud mother of an adult son who continues to remind me how rewarding it is to watch someone grow and find their own path.

Having lived and worked in different countries, I have come to appreciate that every culture approaches business—and life—a little differently. Those experiences have made me more adaptable and reinforced my belief that the best solutions often come from seeing things through someone else's perspective.

At the end of the day, I believe business is fundamentally about people. Relationships matter more than transactions, curiosity is more valuable than certainty, and sustainable growth begins with trust. That is the philosophy I bring to every conversation, every collaboration, and every new opportunity.