1. Where were you born and raised; current city; family; hobbies; past business highlights...
I was born and raised in Rochester, NY, where I currently reside. I have two adorable sons, Julius and Jahan, ages 14 and 9, respectively and a two-month-old daughter, Saige. I enjoy traveling, interior designing, and buying rental properties. I have a master’s degree in Human Capital Development and have worked in Human Resources for the past 15 years, with my current role being a Senior HR Business Partner for a global organization.
2. How have you grown or personally developed since joining PlanNet?
Since joining PlanNet Marketing, I have grown personally and professionally. Although I come from an HR background and am used to dealing with thousands of employees, PlanNet Marketing has truly taught me the value of networking and leverage.
3. What drives you; what motivates you?
My children really motivate me. Knowing that they are looking up to me and knowing that I need to instill in them certain values and work ethics is important to me. Passion and success also motivate me. When you are so passionate about something, you’ll be willing to make sacrifices. This helps drive me each day to get the life I want. Knowing that my dedication and perseverance is what is going to make me more successful also drives me.
4. Who would you consider a role model and why?
My mother is my role model. Whenever I look at my mother, I see an ordinary person but when I think about what she does and how she does it, she becomes divine and the reason for my smile! My mother has taught me that hard times can be overcome and that losing battles can be won. She has taught me more than I could have learned from any book.
5. The three words that describe you best are:
The three words that describe me best are outgoing, resilient, and driven. Whenever I set a goal, I work towards and for it until I achieve it.
6. If you had some sound advice to give to anyone what would it be?
If I could provide sound advice to anyone it would be to see adversity as an opportunity. Every loss leads to an opportunity, and every adversity leads to new possibilities. Also, when you are tired, learn to rest and not to quit!
7. What does your life look like five years from now?
Over the course of the next five years, I will attain new heights in the organization. I will become a better leader and coach. I will yield gold builders and ultimately Directors. The five years that lie ahead will be marked with milestones of progress.