I grew up in Indiana as the fifth of six kids in a family where hard work was a core value. My parents instilled in us the belief that with dedication and perseverance, we could achieve anything. A naturally curious person, I’ve always loved learning new things and connecting with people.
I attended Indiana University, earning a degree in Economics, initially aspiring to work for the Federal Reserve. However, my career took an exciting turn when I joined GE Capital’s Management Development Program during Jack Welch’s tenure as CEO. Over five years, I worked alongside some of the brightest minds, moved to seven different states, and gained invaluable experience in Operations leadership across various GE business units.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked in the financial industry, chemical industry, not-for-profit sector, and tech world. Yet, my most challenging and rewarding role was being a stay-at-home mom for 12 years, raising my two children. That time reinforced my skills in adaptability, resilience, and leadership—qualities I bring to my work every day.
With a passion for process improvement, innovation, and change management, I found a natural home at Verde Capital Management. My love for working with people and my background in business leadership enable me to contribute to fostering innovation and delivering an exceptional client experience alongside my incredible colleagues.
I live in Fenton with my husband, Mark, and our pup, Charlie. Now embracing the empty-nester life, we cherish time spent with our two children—Emma, a nurse in Texas, and Samuel, a college student living his best life. Watching them achieve their goals is one of life’s greatest joys. In our free time, Mark and I love to travel, hike, enjoy the beach, and savor quiet mornings with coffee.
