Sr. Communications Partner

I live loudly—like, laugh-too-hard-at-my-own-jokes loud. I’m a wife, proud mama, autism advocate, and creative weirdo who believes in grace, and going big with love and energy. Whether I’m hyping up myself, my people or holding space for the hard stuff, I try to leave folks a little brighter than I found them.

What are your thoughts on aging? Thanks to my love for the Golden Girls, I’m actually excited about aging. I see every birthday as leveling up—I’ve had incredible women, both real and fictional, show me that aging isn’t about fading, it’s about stepping into your power. Honestly, I feel stronger, wiser, and way more fabulous with every year I cross. Plus, I’m just getting better at being unapologetically me.

What wonderful things can younger women look forward to at your age? Younger women and girls, might think that it's scary getting older. Let's inspire them! Here’s the truth, younger ladies: getting older is delicious. You start collecting life lessons like seashells—some are shiny, some are sharp, but all of them make you stronger. You care less about what others think and more about what you think. Your body may change, sure—but so does your confidence. You learn to love the face in the mirror, laugh lines and all. And those voices (internal or external) telling you you’re not enough? Call them on their BS.

Share tips on how you celebrate yourself, what you do for fun, and self care. Celebrating myself doesn’t have to be fancy. A swim at Lanikai resets everything—it’s my version of therapy. I’ll pick up a little something (yes, sometimes lingerie!) that reminds me I’m worth the effort. And I love a good night out with my girls where we raise a glass to whatever life threw at us that week—wins, losses, all of it. It’s about honoring the moment and remembering we’re still here, still growing, still shining.

Share one experience/story. We all have life struggles. But the big share is how did you over come and lift yourself up? Advice to other women to empower them. Being a mom is hard. Being a mom to a special needs son while working full-time? Some days it feels like I’m carrying the world. I’ve wished for an easier path—one where I can clearly see my son’s future: living on his own, working, maybe even starting a family. But that’s not guaranteed. What is real is the growth happening in me. I’ve wrestled with patience, the need for control, and learning to live in the moment. And honestly? My son has been God’s way of refining those parts of me. He’s my reminder of the power of yet—we may not be there, but we’re on the way. There’s purpose and timing for everything under the sun. To any woman walking a hard road: you don’t need all the answers right now. Just trust the process, give yourself grace, and know you’re being shaped for something bigger.

What would you tell your 14-year-old self? Hey 14-year-old me: Don’t take yourself so seriously. Life isn’t a race or a competition—and comparing yourself to others will only steal your joy. Be happy for people. Find the ones who light you up, not drain you. If something feels off deep in your gut, listen—where you are shouldn’t go against who you are. And girl… get therapy. Stop gossiping, ask more questions, and don’t believe everything you’re told. Oh—and please, please learn how to budget and save. Your future self will thank you (a lot).

What is your definition of success? Success, to me, is having the time to do what fills your soul. It’s having friends you can call when you want to laugh till your stomach hurts—or cry without explaining yourself. It’s waking up and actually counting your blessings, not your burdens. It’s having the health to dance when life is good, or run like hell when it’s not. And it’s doing work that lets me use my voice—writing, speaking, connecting—that’s where I feel most alive.

What is the best advice you have been given? The best advice I’ve ever been given? Have options. Do your best not to stay stuck—financially, emotionally, relationally, or professionally. Keep growing, keep learning, keep building. Freedom doesn’t always come easy, but having choices...even to walk away from something that doesn't serve you? That’s power. And peace.

How is your age group relevant? We are under represented but one of the most powerful and influential demographics: We may be underrepresented, but women in our 40s? We’re one of the most powerful, influential groups out there. Gosh, this is my favorite era! While the Kardashians might own the spotlight, real-life badasses are out here living fully, making things happen, and doing it authentically—wrinkles, wisdom, and all. We’re showing up as we are, and that’s powerful.

Twenty years from now, when you look at these portraits we took together, what do you think you will say to yourself? Twenty years from now, I’ll look at these portraits and say—I’m so glad I did this for me. I carved out the time, I invested in it, and I captured myself in full color—bold, joyful, and alive. In these photos, I see my mother’s grace, my grandmother’s strength, and the faces of my immigrant ancestors who sacrificed so much so I could stand in this light. I see beauty, yes—but I also see legacy. I’m so grateful I paused to honor it all.