Retired, Former Sales Engineer - Motorola

Q: What unique qualities do you believe sets you apart as a leader and woman of influence?
A: I am honored to have family, friends, and associates who, when asked, readily share their time, talent, and treasure to help our community thrive. Connecting the right person to an opportunity that is meaningful to them is key.

Q: Can you share a pivotal moment in your career that shaped your path?
A: A pivotal moment in my career was understanding the impact I had on my customers and their products. I was overjoyed when I learned that my products were being designed into end products that were used to save lives or maximize my customers’ ability to secure more business.

Q: How do you define leadership, and how do you embody those qualities in your own life?
A: Leadership is the ability to pull people together and work to meet a common goal. My focus is ensuring those goals maximize the impact for everyone in our community, especially those that are often ignored or underserved.

Q: How do you pay it forward and support the next generation of leaders?
A: I enjoy the opportunity to mentor young people, share experiences, and open doors. I have high expectations for my mentees and I work to show them they can achieve their goals. And, I expect that they will pay it forward with family, friends, and associates. And best of all, I learn so much from my mentees which allows me to share more with others.

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