My journey into fashion began with humble beginnings. I started working in the restaurant industry to support myself through college, working as a server at Red Lobster in both my hometown, my college town, and in Times Square. These early experiences taught me the value of hard work, service, and building meaningful connections—principles that have shaped the foundation of my career.
My time at Coach in New York City opened my eyes to the resilience and determination required to succeed in the fashion industry. After graduation, I took on a role at Chico’s in Florida, where I spent nearly a decade designing across categories like tops, denim, suiting, and outerwear.
A move to California was a turning point for me. I worked at Old Navy in Fabric R&D, then joined Stitch Fix in Design/Product Development and Production, and later led the product development team at Everlane, where I managed year-over-year growth and further developed my leadership skills.
Eventually, I decided to step away from “corporate fashion” and pursued freelance work, where I rediscovered my passion for design and product development and the thrill of creating from the ground up. Now, I’m excited to begin this new chapter at Drive Capital, where I’m inspired daily by the driven, kind, and innovative people I work with. I’m thrilled to bring my experience and passion for connecting with people to this role. While the Midwest may not have been where my career began, it’s where I’ve found my stride—and I couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead. I feel incredibly supported to continue pursuing my freelance dreams while working at Drive.
