I was born and raised in Charleston, SC. Prior to moving to this area, I lived in Hanover, Maryland for a couple of years and relocated here for a promotional opportunity with the company I work for. A couple of my favorite hobbies are online shopping, motivating others to set goals and constantly work towards achieving them, even if it means baby steps, and outdoor grilling.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I am married to Shermon Jones and I have 4 children, all over the age of 21, and one adorable granddaughter who is 2 years old. I have 2 sisters who both live in Charleston, SC and they are near and dear to me.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am currently an HR Leader for a Fortune 20 company providing guidance and support to an organization comprising of 6100+ employees. What I love most about my career is the opportunity to be innovative and teach leaders how to lead effectively. I have 22 years of HR experience and 25 years of leadership, which has supported my success in this field. I also recently started a new venture in my career as a business owner of a small trucking company. I am starting small and I will expand my company, which currently provides the best in class delivery and logistics to various industries in the Southeast region.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
My absolute favorite restaurants are Stella’s Bistro in Simpsonville and Fusions in Mauldin.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
9 years
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
I met a young man who owns multiple Cigar lounges in the area, one specifically located in downtown Greenville. He is so business savvy and driven. He and his wife are doing great things expanding their business.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I would travel to Italy and France. I love fashion and designers- I would enjoy traveling to these locations to visit some of the prestigious shops/designers in the world.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Everything happens for a reason- everything. You may not understand why at the moment, however eventually you will understand. You must believe that every situation has a purpose.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
To have the ability to live on a beautiful destination island for 3 months without worrying about anything, other than enjoying life.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
When I first moved to the area, I planned a birthday party for my husband and a beautiful person, Krystal, who did special events planning coordinated the event. It was held at the facility currently owned by Tropical Grill. It was such a memorable event and every time I pass Tropical Grill, I always say, “That’s where I had my husband’s birthday party”, although it’s no longer the same venue.
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?
I would love to have lunch with a young woman who owns a very successful logistics company. Her name is Casey Cooper and she owns a company named Compass Circle. I would love to sit and pick her brain on the knowledge she has about the industry. I would take her to a new dessert restaurant in downtown Greenville, “Better Than Sex” , which is owned by two local successful women that I am so proud of.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love how our community is evolving and developing. It impresses me everyday to see the development where I reside. For example, on W. Georgia Rd- there were 2 houses with lots of land and it’s currently a brand new Publix Shopping center, which I frequent almost everyday.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I see myself continuing to expand my trucking fleet to over 15 units, in our own building with acreage. I plan to have subsidiary companies aligned with the logistics industry.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I am high energy and very outgoing, however I am innately an introvert who enjoys time alone to think, process and regroup. Hardly anyone knows this and if I told them, they probably would not believe it.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
I recently stayed at a resort, The Crane, in Barbados. It was absolutely beautiful with its own private beach and amazing views.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
I am generally self- motivated and continue to push myself to do better, however I am also intrigued by the success of others who are similar to me.
Q: Describe what “neighbor” means to you?
Someone you can count on and trust. Although we might not speak everyday, I know I can count on you if I ever need it.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
My safe place
