Greatest achievement: Becoming a mother to my two amazing children.
Passion project: Cooking. It motivates me to set goals and challenge myself. For example, I might choose a theme such as “dishes from different countries” or “baking breads” and dedicate a few weeks to exploring it. At the end, I enjoy sharing my results — whether through photos, recipes or hosting a small dinner. Ultimately, cooking is my passion project because it combines creativity, learning and connection. It’s something I can always return to, grow with and share with others.
Lightbulb moment: Recognizing that business banking gives me the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. Every loan and every piece of advice can shape a business owner’s future and, in turn, the community they serve. That’s what motivates me.
Influential book: “The Four Agreements,” by Don Miguel Ruiz. It offers guidance on self-conduct, which has helped me feel grounded, focused and balanced in both my personal life and career.
Favorite TV show: “About Time”
Personal hero: A hero isn’t always someone who wears a cape or saves the world in one moment. Sometimes, a hero is someone who quietly shapes our lives every single day. For me, that hero is my grandmother. She raised me, always an example of what real strength looks like — not by grand gestures, but by the way she has faced life’s struggles with courage and grace … teaching through stories and reminding me of what truly matters: kindness, patience and resilience. Because of her, I am the woman I am today.
Favorite quote: “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” — Dr. Seuss
Best way to recharge: Working out, walking at the beach and spending time with my family.
Maine’s biggest challenge: Balancing economic growth and workforce sustainability while managing environmental impacts and rural infrastructure limitations.
Dinner party guests: Anthony Bourdain (he’d make the dinner relaxed, fun and adventurous, with stories from around the world that blend culture, food and human connection); Michelle Obama (warm, grounded, and insightful; she could balance the table with wisdom about leadership, empathy and resilience; and Elon Musk (controversial but undeniably forward-looking; he’d bring bold visions about the future of humanity, space and technology).