What an honor to return to my alma mater and share my journey with such an incredible group of students. This feels like a full-circle moment for me.
Thiel College gave me more than a degree—it gave me resilience. Losing my dad during my first semester shattered me, but this community held me up. My path veered from choral directing to financial advising, not because I abandoned my dreams, but because life taught me that purpose can bloom in unexpected places. Now, helping families navigate financial uncertainty is my way of honoring Dad’s memory.
To every student who listened: Thank you for letting me be vulnerable. Imposter syndrome, work-life chaos, and learning to let go? I’m still figuring it out too.
Being named to Pittsburgh’s 40 Under 40 is humbling, but nothing compares to the privilege of guiding 1,200+ families. And yes, even “financial advisors with too much personality” can thrive. 😉
To the students: Your grit will surprise you. Surround yourselves with people who lift your vision, and remember—how you live today shapes the legacy you leave.
Forever grateful to Thiel for teaching me to turn pain into purpose. Let’s keep climbing, together.
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