College/post grad degrees: Culinary Institute of America (Associates in Baking and Pastry Arts)
What motivates you to give back to your community?
Continuing to keep the entrepreneurial spirit alive in young people. We need more people creating, dreaming, and working for themselves. This state is built on small businesses and continuing to shop local and inspire others to follow their dreams here in the wonderful state of New Hampshire is so important to me.
What advice would you give your 22-year-old self?
Take the risk and persevere. Always continue to follow your dreams and make it happen no matter what obstacles are in your path. Never give up!
What would make New Hampshire more attractive to young professionals?
Keeping the New Hampshire charm alive. New Hampshire has grown so much over the years and although growth can be a positive thing, especially for young entrepreneurs, I think that we need to keep the unique New Hampshire essence present, as it is what makes our state so special.
Do you see yourself living and working in New Hampshire at age 55-plus?
I was born in raised in New Hampshire and love the New England lifestyle. I can definitely see myself here!
Volunteer activities: Bedford High School business class events. Hosting events/political candidates at my business location.
Last major achievement: Opening my bakery coffee shop storefront.
