I am a writer. My insistence on finding the "story" in all aspects of life forged my path from the beginning. At ten years old, I delivered a graduation speech at the request of a teacher who recognized my natural inclination. He encouraged me to express my voice and humor, often hidden behind a shy, awkward, pre-teen personality. I'll never forget how it felt to read my words out loud. That was my first moment of creative empowerment. 

 

Fast forward, I graduated with a BA in English Literature and a minor in Business Administration from the University of Arizona. Then, I set down the winding road of grocery retail for several years. Interacting with customers every day prepared me in unexpected ways when I eventually fulfilled my dream — becoming a full-time writer.

 

Currently, I am an in-house copywriter for a dental laboratory and technology company called Glidewell. Unless you're in the dental industry, you've probably never heard of it. (I promise you, it's a big deal!) Glidewell is among the world's top producers of custom restorative services and continuing education for dental professionals. Recognized internationally as a leader in R&D, it is also the birthplace of BruxZir Zirconia — a material that has revolutionized access to high-quality and affordable restorations. 

 

When I first started at Glidewell, my knowledge of dentistry was limited to my experiences as a patient. In order to succeed, I had to quickly master clinical topics and become a subject matter expert in my product verticals. The experience has accelerated my writing skills exponentially and given me an understanding of effective marketing practices. 

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When I'm not in the office, you can find me out on a trail or at a beachside cafe. I live in Irvine but I get down to my hometown of San Diego as much as possible. In the future, I have aspirations to move to the Pacific Northwest. My love of art and expression is matched only by my love of the great outdoors. 

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I combine my personal and professional work on this website because I believe every project is a lesson. I learn from poetry, I learn from making YouTube videos. At the heart of it all is a story. My story. Someday, I hope to be a part of yours!