Where are you from?

AuGres, MI

Current P.R.

4:52:57 – New Orleans Rock n Roll Marathon

Typical pace

5:00 full, 2:10 half

Number of marathons

50+

Occupation

Marketing and Sales

Favorite marathon

Boston, my hometown

Hobbies

Up-cycling, home remodeling/construction and volunteering.

Favorite Running Food

Cold Oranges

What are you reading now?

Heads in Beds – great for anyone who travels a lot.

Personal goals

Future goals include completing a half and full marathon in all 50 states and a second Ironman.

A quotation you like…

Be the Energy you want to attract.

Why do you run?

I enjoy the challenge each race brings.

Describe your best marathon memory.

My best marathon memory was when I finished Boston 2014 after being stopped at mile 25 in 2013, No words.

Why do you pace?

It is rewarding to watch other people achieve their goals and be part of their success.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

My best pacing experience was when I finish my first pacing event and a runner hug me and thank me for helping her finishes. That's what it's all about!

Why should someone run in your pace group?

We are going to have fun!

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

You worked hard to get to this day, it’s finally here,  now let’s have some fun and find that finish line!

Anything else you’d like to share?

Thank you for running with me!

What philanthropic activities do you have?

I’m active in several local and national charities and charity events that focus on health, education, women & children wellbeing and animals. I’m also the Chapter Coordinator for Medals4Mettle in Michigan and a Board of Director on the Michigan Library Foundation.