I’m a Simpsonville native and creative entrepreneur at heart. I graduated high school with a cosmetology license in hand and the drive to grow a business based on the power of networking with integrity and staying true to my values. My parallel love of home sparked the quick growth of a candle company rooted in Southern tradition and collaboration with local artists. Years later, I’ve bundled my passions for creative business to offer private business coaching along with product photography services for women owned businesses to showcase their talent to our community.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I’ve been married to my husband Brian for 15 years with our children Brady and Marcy and two GSP dogs that we adore.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
Helping women see the value in their own talent and creative ability is my passion. Sparking a fire in their creative business is a privilege that will never grow old to me!
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
With my love for food, this is the hardest question yet. I love everything from a steak at Chophouse 47 to comfort food at Coach House!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I was born and raised in Simpsonville and have worked in the upstate since 2005.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I love the idea of RV travel around the US! The perfect camping spot in the mountains is a dream.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Nothing is impossible with God.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Seeing my children use their own talents and gifts to serve God.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Too many creative business owner friends across the US to count! I can’t imagine how inspirational one lunch could be with the ideas and passion to create in one place! We’d have to meet at Stella’s.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love seeing revitalization to the landmarks of our community! Seeing families gather to enjoy events and new businesses — it’s really special!
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Settled down in Simpsonville, enjoying the balance of raising teens and my own creative work.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I’m a much more introverted person than I like to show.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Home. Surrounding yourself with the people and an environment that brings you joy is so important.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My husband, by his hard work and dedication to our family.
Q: Describe what “neighbor” means to you?
Members of a community that support each other without hesitation.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Comfort, Tradition, Values
