It's About More Than Business
Building strong businesses has always been about more than marketing.
It's about relationships, community, showing up, and giving back.
Over the years, I've been fortunate to build relationships with people and organizations throughout the country and beyond. Some of those relationships have come through business. Others through community involvement, education, networking, or simply being willing to get involved.
I've learned that you never know where a conversation is going to lead—or who you might meet along the way.
Business & Professional
Being involved in the business community has given me the opportunity to meet other business owners, leaders and professionals, exchange ideas, learn from their experiences and build relationships that have lasted well beyond a single meeting or event.
- Capital Region Chamber of Commerce
- Schenectady County Chamber of Commerce
- Rotterdam Business Association
- The Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI)
Community & Civic
Community has always been important to me.
I believe businesses have a responsibility to be part of the communities they serve. That means supporting local organizations, getting involved, building relationships and finding ways to give back.
- The Braxton Miller Foundation
- Rotterdam Sunrise Rotary
- Rotterdam Sons of Italy
EducationEducation has played an important role throughout my career, and I've enjoyed the opportunity to stay connected to the college and help support the next generation of students and business professionals.
- SUNY Schenectady County Community College Alumni Association
- SUNY Schenectady County Community College Business Advisory Committee
Early Career Experience
Walt Disney World College Program
One of my earliest professional experiences was participating in the Walt Disney World College Program.
That experience taught me lessons that have stayed with me throughout my career.
Customer service.
Attention to detail.
Creating an experience people remember.
Working with different personalities.
And understanding that every interaction matters.
Those lessons continue to influence how I approach business today.
Stay Connected. Keep Learning. Keep Giving Back.
I've never believed that you stop learning once you leave school or that networking is something you only do when you're looking for your next opportunity.
Some of the best lessons come from other people.
Some of the best opportunities come from relationships.
And some of the most rewarding experiences come from simply being involved.
I'm grateful for the organizations, businesses, educators, community leaders and individuals I've had the opportunity to connect with over the years.
Every relationship has been part of the journey.And I'm looking forward to the relationships still to come.