Who was/is a Game Changer in your life?

My Mother growing up was my biggest supporter. She believed in me when no one else did.

As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An NFL Player

Why is mentoring important to you?

We all have a story. Within that story is a journey. I want to be able to help the younger generation navigate the highs and the lows.

Who was/is a Game Changer in your life?

Dad. He instilled the importance of a strong work ethic.

As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Paleontologist

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received, or advice you wish your younger self had received?

Try to do better today than you did yesterday.

Who was/is a Game Changer in your life?

A huge mentor of mine was my 5th-grade teacher, Mr. Edwards. When I was in 5th grade, I found myself getting in trouble, competing for attention I wasn’t getting at home. Mr. Edwards told me for the first time that I was a leader and I could use it for good or bad, but ultimately it was my choice. This conversation changed the direction of my life.

As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be everything from a teacher to an astronaut. It’s funny how my job as a news anchor allows me to learn and share something new every day. The only thing missing is a visit to space on-assignment!

Why is mentoring important to you?

Mentoring is important to me because it allows us to see something in a young person that they might not yet see in themselves. We have a unique opportunity to remind a young person of who they are and who they can become.

Who was/is a Game Changer in your life?

Parents and Professors

What’s a hobby or passion outside of your career?

Reading, writing, hiking, cooking

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received, or advice you wish your younger self had received?

1. Life is not fair 2. Never underestimate the power of a smile!