"You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do."
by Chrissie Wellington
Moved to Tucson, AZ 10 years ago from Pennsylvania.
Product (UX/UI) Designer with a background in Graphic Design.
Skills include:
3x Ironman finisher, marathoner, trail runner, mountain and road cyclist.
One of the most defining experiences in my personal journey has been my time as an endurance athlete. Training
for and competing in endurance events has taught me invaluable lessons about discipline, resilience, and
navigating the unexpected. When you're out on a long course, you can't always predict the challenges; unexpected
weather, fatigue, or an unforeseen obstacle but you learn to adapt, stay focused, and push forward toward the finish line.
This mindset has significantly shaped how I approach my professional career. Handling tight deadlines, managing shifting
priorities, or overcoming unforeseen challenges in a project feels a lot like navigating a racecourse. I've learned
to stay calm under pressure, pivot when necessary, and always find a way to cross the finish line, whether that means
collaborating more effectively with my team or putting in the extra effort to ensure success. Endurance sports have
instilled in me the belief that success isn't about avoiding challenges; it's about rising to meet them head-on. This
perspective has not only driven my career forward but has also fueled my passion for tackling ambitious goals and
delivering results.
I met Remy (not his name at the time) while volunteering at the local animal shelter. My husband and I both volunteered one morning per week walking or running the shelter dogs. It was hard to not get too attached to the longer stay dogs and after working with Remy a few times, I knew we had to bring him home.
