Expertise

• Special events
• Product launches
• Community relations

Industries/Organizations Served

• Foodservice
• Nonprofit
• Education
• Local governments
• Health care

Prior Professional Experience

• DeVos for Governor, Intern, Grand Rapids and Lansing, MI

Professional Affiliations

• Grand Rapids Young Professionals

Education

• Hope College, Holland, MI, Bachelor of Arts in Communication
  
• Austro-American Institute, Vienna, Austria

What do you see as your primary area of expertise?
Event planning… or anything that requires organization.

What do you love most about S&A?
I love that everyone here has a different area of expertise and they are willing to bring their specific talents to the table.

What is the expression you use most often at work?
Sure, no problem.

Who is your most admired leader and why?
At the risk of sounding cliché, my parents have been the best influence on my life thus far. I consider them great leaders because they have given me the foundation for who I’ve become. They’ve taught me that life is too short to sweat the small stuff and no matter how hard you try, you can’t control everything in life!

What is the company you most admire and why?
American Cancer Society. They have such a strong and positive outlook on such an unfortunate reality of life. ACS reaches out to inform, encourage and help those who are affected by cancer. They have incredible support systems in place as well as wonderful opportunities for you to get involved in your community. It is undeniable that their contributions have greatly affected our world.

How do you define success?
A well-balanced life, both personally and professionally.

What is your general philosophy on life and work?
Treat others as you would want to be treated.

What are your favorite sports or recreational activities?
I consider shopping “retail therapy.” Oh, and I’ve been persuaded to learn how to golf; does that count as my “sport”?

What is your favorite movie?
I can’t ever pick out my favorites, but I’d have to say I enjoy The Boondock Saints and The Break-up.

What is your favorite food?
I love going out to Italian restaurants.

What is your greatest vice?
Candy. I love sweets, but not chocolate.

What is an interesting “factoid” about yourself?
I had eight wisdom teeth.