From Challenges To Change

Welcome to From Challenges to Change, a space where I share my personal and professional experiences to inspire change and advocate for affordable housing.

Join me as I delve into the importance of secure housing, the ongoing fight for equal access, and the transformative power of a safe home.

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Climbing to Excellence

On my visit to the Chick-fil-A headquarters in Atlanta, I learned a lot from a chicken sandwich and … a staircase.

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Strategic Time Away for Growth

This week I spent hours being strategic and not living off emails.
It felt unconventional to disconnect from my laptop and activate an out-of-office reply. However, each quarter, I prioritize such periods to…

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I met my younger self for coffee…

I met my younger self for coffee. She was 20 minutes late and I was 10 minutes early. She ordered a caramel frappuccino - extra whip, no hesitation. 😯 I held my nonfat latte and smiled.
or all.

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Affordable Housing Progress

It's January - cold, gray, and seemingly endless. Just because we can't see spring yet doesn't mean it's not on its way; it's a cycle. Affordable housing faces similar challenges: the hurdles are many, and the progress can feel as slow as the passing of winter but…

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Homeless to Housing CEO

Hand me a microphone, and I’ll gladly talk about affordable housing all day. But sharing my personal experience with housing insecurity? That is a whole new level - and on the TEDx stage?!?!

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Quitter’s Day

Apparently, today is known as Quitter's Day - the day many give up on their resolutions. Fun fact: only about 6% of people stick with their goals for the entire year.

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