Q: What advice would you offer women just starting out? 

A: Be professional and always strive for excellence—perfection is unattainable. Be someone people can trust. Keep your word and follow through on what you say you’ll do. 

Q: Why do you do what you do? What motivates and inspires you? 

A: There’s a feeling of pride that comes from a job well done. Doing the work for which I have otherworldly enthusiasm is motivating. Being in an occupation that I believe is my destiny is humbling. Finding the people and things that light the fire inside of me is inspiring. Life’s circumstances have a way of forcing you down certain paths. Choose the path that adds value to your life and to others and there you’ll find success.