Age: 39

Why did you select your profession?

I am passionate about marketing strategy, enjoy building relationships with people, thrive on improving the status quo and like the challenge of coming up with solutions.

Where do you see yourself professionally in 10 years?

I see myself doing just what I’m doing now.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever been given?

My father was a serial entrepreneur who … felt that the greatest risk with my career was to not take a risk at all.

What advice would you give your 22-year-old self?

Be open to new experiences, live in a large city, be curious professionally and travel to new cultures. You’re only 22 once.

What is your favorite escape or hobby?

My favorite escape is playing with my two sons, Jack, 7, and Shane, 4.

How do you keep a work-life balance?

Right now there really isn’t much of a balance, but … I enjoy what I do, and the relationships I have built with my clients are so rewarding that connecting with them serves as my outlet and fuels my passion.

What one thing in your professional life would you like a do-over on?

I’m not a believer in do-overs. Everything in life happens for a reason. •