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The Prop: Jillian J. DeShiro is pictured with photos of her husband, Eric, son, Matthew, 9, and daughter, Leah, 7.

Jillian j. DeShiro, 37

Why did you select your profession? I enjoyed accounting early on in high school and had wanted to follow in the steps of other...
The Prop: Shawna Hassett Iannuccilli shows her enthusiasm for her clients by modeling samples from Staples, Dunkin Donuts', Foster Grant sunglasses, and Luca + Danni bracelets.

Shawna Hassett Iannuccilli, 34

(Updated 12:46 p.m. to correct brand of sunglasses)Why did you select your profession? I love the satisfaction of seeing my work positively impact my...
The prop: Dr. Julio Cesar Defillo-Draiby's stethoscope is a tool of his trade as a physician.

Dr. Julio cesar Defillo-Draiby, 37

Why did you select your profession? Helping others was innate in me. I feel responsible for the well-being of others. Funny as it is, it...
The Prop: Performance Physical Therapy has a human skeleton in every location, says Lisa Marie DeCoste. It reminds the staff of the power of their profession.

Lisa Marie DeCoste, 38

Why did you select your profession? I probably have the same generic answer that everyone else has had that chose PT as a...
The Prop: Following his father's advice, Bradford S. Dean puts his family first, holding a family portrait of his wife, Hannah, and children, Kelsey, 3, and Bradford, 7.

Bradford S. Dean, 38

Why did you select your profession? It was a family business. My father wouldn't let me work for him right out of college. He...
The Prop: Constantinos H. Dafoulas is honored to have served his country for six years as an active-duty and drilling soldier, having been awarded 12 medals, including four commendations for achievements in leadership and training.

Constantinos H. Dafoulas, 35

Why did you select your profession? Growing up in the restaurant business, working in environmental consulting and serving in the military, I have many...
The prop: A family man, David J. Burnett holds a portrait of his three children: Caleb, 9, Riley, 6, and Evie, 15 months.

David J. Burnett, 38

What advice would you give your 22-year-old self? Work hard, listen, take advice, and read everything you can get your hands on. Experiences...
The Prop: Mike Backus values both his family and his work, holding a photo of his wife, Bethany and sons, Ben, William, Patrick and a group photo from Blount Fine Foods.

Mike Backus, 39

Where do you see yourself professionally in 10 years? The chief operating officer or CEO of a manufacturing company. Also, to serve as an...
The Prop: Anthony E. Autiello III sports a hard hat at work every day, but in his free time he prefers to drive formula cars in a racing helmet.

Anthony E. Autiello III, 33

What is your favorite Rhode Island escape or hobby? I competitively race my Stohr F-1000. It has taken me all over the country competing...
THE PROP: Hilina D. Ajakaiye's family is a constant support system as she spends her days immersed in marketing books while she studies for her MBA.

Hilina d. Ajakaiye, 38

What advice would you give your 22-year-old self? I would tell my 22-year-old self to give herself a break. Growing up in a...
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