People are often curious about my "WHY" I do what I do. In short it is a higher calling to serve others, but my journey has reinforced my commitment to that service.
Here is a snapshot:

I became a keynote speaker when I was crowned Miss Kansas 2005 (Yes, I competed at Miss America). I was immediately thrust into the public eye with a microphone. It was sink or swim. I learned very quickly the amazing opportunity to make an impact. I also discovered a God-given gift.

After Miss Kansas, I went on to pursue my musical theatre goals. I was on track until I had a tragic accident that left me in the trauma care unit prepping for multiple surgeries and wondering how I was going to deal with my new deformities.

I went to work in healthcare as the Marketing Director for a prestigious group of orthopedic surgeons. It was a fascinating job where I had a front row seat to developing medical technologies, one of which I ended up having surgically implanted! Part of our orthopedic outreach program was working with the seven local high schools. As the Marketing Director I had the unfortunate responsibility of fielding the calls from the schools every time their was a teen suicide - and then another - and another. They would call because they wanted to keep us “in the know” since we were partners with the schools. Everyone was asking how to help, but didn’t know how. I felt God tugging at my heart. I could help in a bigger way.

I put pen to paper and started building school assemblies and teen conference keynotes. We launched this outreach program in 2016. I am proud to say we have made a huge difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of teens teaching them how to persevere with grit!

Then came the pandemic…

As I continued my speaking tour the most responsive audience shifted to adults. They want more. In fact, they are desperate for more! Business leaders are asking for guidance on mental wellness in the workplace, how to re-energize their employees/colleagues, meanwhile grow the bottom dollar. The formulas actually aren’t that complicated, they just need to be taught and then need follow-through. I teach. I follow-through.

As people step into their greatness they have more positivity which drives more possibilities. Positive work cultures create better problem solving, allow employees to produce more, meanwhile drive down healthcare costs.

“A rising tide lifts all boats”
The sum total of the tide is the water molecules (your employees) that lift the boat (your company).

I had no idea two decades ago I would eventually harness my performance goals to deliver life changing programs in a fun, educational, and (at times) over the top fashion.
God truly has a sense of humor!