Tagline: You cannot discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.

Natural Ability: Persistent optimism and the courage to take chances.

Biography: I was born and raised on the west coast and attended college in Hawai’i majoring in Political Science and Global Environmental Science. Through a summer backpacking through Europe and studying abroad in China I developed a passion for travel. I love experiencing new places, people, and cultures! After college I served for over three years in the US Peace Corps in Senegal, West Africa before returning to California to work for the USDA. In 2020, I relocated to Massachusetts where my father’s side of the family is from. The Covid pandemic has been challenging to everyone worldwide but with it also came opportunity and I jumped at the chance to own my own restaurant and facilitate a place for community to gather and grow. Currently, I am managing a rock wall climbing gym which is a personal passion while I embark on my next adventure!