From Vegas to Alaska to Oregon—and Now Florida: How Moving Shaped My Career in Service & Strategy
They say where you’ve been shapes who you are. For me, that’s not just a saying—it’s the blueprint of how I show up in sales, customer support, and marketing. Every place I’ve lived has been a masterclass in skills that now fuel my professional approach: listening deeply, adapting quickly, and building authentic connections.
Las Vegas: The Fast Lane of Service
I grew up in Las Vegas, a city that never hits pause. My early years in retail and restaurant roles were the ultimate crash course in customer service. In a city fueled by high expectations, I learned how to:
Read people instantly and tailor interactions.
Handle pressure with composure.
Turn a transaction into an experience.
That’s where I first realized customer support isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about anticipating needs and leaving people feeling valued. That mindset is still at the heart of how I connect with clients and customers today.
Alaska: The School of Resilience
Trading neon lights for northern lights, I spent five years in Alaska—where resilience isn’t optional, it’s survival. Whether navigating icy roads or new industries, I learned adaptability on every level.
In customer-facing roles there, I became adept at:
Troubleshooting problems before they escalated.
Staying resourceful when resources were limited.
Maintaining professionalism no matter the environment.
Those lessons translate directly into sales and support: pivoting when plans change, staying calm in the unexpected, and finding solutions that stick.
Oregon: Where Connection Took Center Stage
Nearly a decade in Oregon refined my sense of purpose. Immersed in community-driven culture, I discovered the power of authentic connection in building loyalty. I supported small businesses, volunteered, and got hands-on with grassroots efforts—work that sharpened my ability to engage people and inspire trust.
This is where my marketing mindset really blossomed. I began to see campaigns and sales strategies not as numbers on a dashboard, but as stories and relationships. It taught me to measure success by connection, not just clicks.
Florida: The Next Chapter
Now in Florida, I find myself weaving together all those experiences—the high-energy pace of Vegas, the adaptability of Alaska, and the community focus of Oregon. Here, I’m exploring new industries and challenges while continuing to sharpen my customer support, sales, and marketing expertise.
Florida is a reminder that growth is ongoing. Every new conversation, campaign, or customer interaction is another chance to bring energy, empathy, and strategy to the table.
My Professional Lens
Each place I’ve lived has left me with a skill set that makes me effective in today’s customer-focused world:
Vegas gave me urgency and service excellence.
Alaska taught me resilience and problem-solving.
Oregon shaped my passion for authentic connection.
Florida is helping me evolve and expand.
Now, whether I’m guiding a customer through a solution, helping close a sale, or building a marketing strategy, I bring this unique perspective with me: one that’s equal parts people-first, adaptable, and results-driven.
Because no matter where I am, my focus never changes—helping people feel heard, supported, and confident in their next step.