by Administrator | Jan 28, 2026 | Personal Perspective
I lost over 100 pounds and found a new calling.After an incredible chapter in Behavioral Health, I am excited to announce the launch of Haven Health. I am now building a clinical-first medical aesthetics business in the Northern or Central Virginia region.For those...
by Administrator | Jan 28, 2026 | Personal Perspective
Being a Full-Time Entrepreneur as the Family BreadwinnerAt a business event recently someone casually said how nice it must be to be working on my own business full time and how lucky I must be to have a spouse supporting me financially. I had to correct them. I am...
by Administrator | Jan 28, 2026 | Personal Perspective
I will admit something I have been feeling guilty about lately.Recently I made the decision to pivot into medical aesthetics, but part of me worried I was betraying the identity I spent my entire career building.I have been in the mental health field for 22 years,...
by Administrator | Jan 28, 2026 | Strategy & Long-Term Stewardship
Confession: I’m more builder than deal chaser.Some people love the chase in business. They get energy from modeling, offers, and running down dozens of opportunities.This has never been me.I’m wired to build. I’ve already owned and scaled a franchise, which taught me...
by Administrator | Jan 28, 2026 | Ownership & Operator Mindset
Business lessons from a kindergarten chili cook-off 🌶️🌶️🌶️ I won my kindergartener’s school chili cook-off last week, but not because I’m a master chef. I do fine. What I did have was the insight to know that while I can cook, I didn’t yet have a winning recipe. So I...
