FIRST JOB: Detassling corn for a farmer to buy clothing for my sophomore year of high school.
I WISH I HAD KNOWN YEARS AGO: That I knew who I was going to be today so that I could have been more confident and relaxed.
MENTOR: My mother; she is genuine, never falters in her belief in me, and is always there for me.
BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: Evaluate every opportunity even if you think it isn't for you.
HOW/WHY CHOSE FIELD: I completed my MBA before leaving the military, was recruited by a financial company, and decided it was the right place for me.
DEFINING CAREER MOMENT: Earning my Naval Aviation Observer Wings.
MOTIVATOR: Life, in general.
LIFE LESSON: When all you have is your intuition, trust it.
PASSION: My daughter and also rescuing animals.
ADVICE TO PASS ON: Don't go out each day looking for a blessing; go out and be a blessing.