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How has Leadership Visalia impacted your personal or professional life?
It helped me connect with our community in a greater way. From understanding city planning to local education, it expanded my knowledge in all the best ways. I have always had a love for the valley, but this definitely amplified it. In a professional sense, it grew my network greatly, introduced me not just to future business partners, but to genuine connections that have lasted to this day.
What is one leadership lesson or moment that has stuck with you since the program?
Our retreat was not at all what I expected in the all the best ways. We got to know each other and were very open about what we wanted out of the program or even share what we were nervous about. No one came in acting like they knew it all, we were a group of people that loved our community and wanted to gain skills to not just better ourselves but our workplaces.
What are you most passionate about in your career or community work?
The slogan of Spirit Radio is "Bringing Hope to the Valley". And it is something that I resonate with deeply. In a time where we seem to be more polarized than ever, I have found through my career, that there are more stories of hope that we realize. It's amazing to work for a place like Spirit Radio where we get the chance to share hope 24/7, 365 days a year. That includes using our platform to share stories from our fellow community members of hope, redemption, and more.
What advice would you give someone thinking about joining Leadership Visalia?
If you are in the place where you are considering it, that means it's time for you to do it. It is a commitment, and there are days where you will ask yourself, "I SIGNED UP FOR THIS?!", but once you do it, you realize how truly impactful it is.
What’s something fun or unexpected that people might not know about you? (Hidden talent, favorite hobby, etc.)
I once made Denzel Washington laugh. And I will share that story if we ever meet. I also love movies, one of my happy places is at Galaxy Theaters!
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