I am a charismatic, funny and hopeless dreamer. I have two amazing sons who support me tremendously. I was born in Japan and grew up in a military family. My childhood was full of adventure and formed my character of kindness and generosity to all. I have my faults, but I keep them secret. People are my passion. And I have a sweet tooth. Let’s connect on LinkedIn…click here.
Q: Tell us about yourself, including a little bit about where you grew up, your education, your family, interests, passions, and career?
I grew up all over, most recently from MD. Life is the best education but I do have a BS in Business Admin from FAMU and a Master’s in HRD and Learning Development from Webster University. I enjoy music, travel, cooking/baking, theatre, poetry and singing. I am currently employed as a Core Trainer and Acting Supervisor at Majorel. My passion is to “do all the good I can, for all the people I can, wherever and whenever I can.” Probably messed up the quote, but you get my meaning.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in The Golden Strip?
Lived or worked here for 21 years.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I used to be shy!
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in The Golden Strip?
Celeste Purdie, so wonderful and supportive.
Q: What current / former local business makes you the most nostalgic about The Golden Strip?
Moonstruck & Monograms, awesome store with one of a kind items.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about The Golden Strip?
Even though it’s spread out without the typical “downtown” it still feels connected and warm to me.
Q: With so much growth in our area, there are always new places popping up. Tell us about the a “new to you” place that you recently tried.
I recently tried Sully’s and love their variety of sandwiches.
Q: What 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME or NEIGHBOR?
Home = Sanctuary + Warmth + Love
Q: If you had friends or family visiting you from out of town, what is the one place that you must take them to?
The Olive Tree Restaurant for great food, service and cheesecake.
Q: If you had a free day with no plans, what would you do? Or where can we find you on the weekends?
Go to Starbuck’s, which feels like local coffee hub, get mysteries from the library, search for treasures at Kids & More Consignments, eat a salad from Zaxby’s, maybe a walk at the indoor walking track in the rec then home to take a nap listening to soft jazz.
Q: If you were cast into a major motion picture and had your choice of anyone to be your co-star, who would you choose?
Viola Davis or Denzel Washington, or both.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Cooking tour of Italy and visit Africa.
Q: What advice would you give to a crowd of people?
Persevere, no matter what happens in life.
Q: Who would you like to see nominated for this project, The Faces of The Golden Strip?
Don Deas, owner of The Low Country Shrimper.
