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I grew up in a small town in rural Ohio with tons of farmland and cornfields. When I had the opportunity to relocate to St. John in the Virgin Islands, I packed two suitcases and bought a one-way ticket. Once there, I operated a successful hospitality business as I earned a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. I’ve always been accustomed to small towns, living with a true sense of community, and living on a rock in the middle of the ocean was no different. We looked out for our neighbors and gave back to our community, which is where I discovered my passion for helping others.

After five years and a few hurricanes, my sense of adventure turned my attention from the beach to the mountains. During an exhaustive search of places all over the country, I kept returning to Lake Lure and finally decided to call it home. I knew my skill set and experience would be best served helping others discover Western North Carolina and fulfill their real estate dreams.

Traveling is my first love, and I enjoy getting to meet new people and hearing life stories. I believe we can learn so much from each other’s experiences. I also enjoy spending time with my four-legged friend Henry, practicing my amateur photography skills, and having epic battles with the ground for plants I try to keep alive.