Hometown: New Canaan, Connecticut
Title: Digital Advertising Coordinator
Company: Observer Media Group (OMG)
YPG Member Since: 2018
What's the best piece of professional advice you have been given?
Always ask questions – even if you think you know the answers. Gaining perspective from your team not only permits growth as an individual but strengthens your team’s success. As we say at OMG, teamwork makes the dream work.
What's your favorite thing about Sarasota?
I’m finally enjoying the simpler things in life. My family ties to this area date back to 1974 (before I was born!) and I became a full-time resident in 2017; I met my incredible partner, Patrick and my OMG family here, which are both priceless gifts. Sarasota has granted me peace of mind, insured confidence and my quality of life has increased with every sunset.
What do people say you do really well?
I have a way with words and have been told that I am a talented writer (although grammar is not my forte!). My outlet for writing morphed from hand-written journal entries to posts on social media and while it might just be my family liking it, I find it therapeutic. Who knows what the future holds, but writing a book is on my bucket list.
What would you say you need the most help with?
I need the most help in asking for help. I’m not sure where we adapted the notion that asking for help makes you unqualified, weaker than your peers or less intelligent – but it is a hurdle I am learning to jump over every day. Asking for help makes you stronger, well-rounded and prepared for whatever obstacles come your way, both personally and professionally.
