Our Humble Beginnings

I am a military brat and my early life meant being unsure as to where we will live.  We were poor but we were surrounded by family who supported each other.  Where I am today is because of the hard work of my parents especially my Mom - who made sure that I had an education and taught me the work ethic I have today.  She's also the reason why I am very passionate about finding ways to support other women experiencing hardship and their need to be a part of a community.  I saw her struggle, but I also saw her confidence, resilience and belief in "just doing it" to make things happen.

Professionally, I am one of the managing partners for an accelerator group in the life science and biotech industry.  I am also the business intelligence officer for a tech company.  

I started Women, Life and Science because I wanted  to develop a platform that shared experiences of other women in navigating their personal journey professionally and personally. It's literally like a fireside chat with other women, forming a digital community. Imagine having coffee or having wine with your best girlfriend or girlfriends and just talk about life.   Science is in there because of the women I know are in the science industry or peripherally involved in science, but most importantly, there's a science in building a strong community.  Time and Time again, we hear how strong communities formed and led by women that build a positive environment for everyone which then leads to health and wellness for those involved.

It was an honor to be interviewed by CanvasRebel Online Magazine recently.  

Excerpt from the interview:

"I’d say I had an entrepreneurial mindset. As a child, I recall, creating little things I can sell to others. Not sure how successful it was, but I’ve always enjoyed creating something that makes another happy or feel joyful. Throughout the years as an executive, I have thought of creating a community of women whose sole purpose is to develop programs that support whatever endeavor another woman wishes to embark on and to help ensure they are successful. My professional career has been in the life science/biotechnology and health care space and it made sense to build this community in the industry."

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE.