Question 1

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I hold a Master of Science in Accountancy from Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern Maine in Portland.
I am a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
While I started my career working in finance for a Fortune 500 semiconductor manufacturing company, and I credit that experience as the foundation for my future work, I was drawn to working in a small business setting where I could have a seat at the table. My experience working with small businesses now spans 20 years and well over a dozen industries. I have held positions including financial analyst, controller, finance manager, CFO, and consulting manager.
Outside of ABS, I am passionate about animal rescue (“Dog” is my love language), traveling, and warm weather.
Fun Fact: I’ve always been a businessperson at heart. As a child my play-of-choice was a retail store. I gathered items from our house, set them up in the basement, and sold them to imaginary customers. I was thrilled when, at age 11, I received an NCR cash register for Christmas. As a high school senior, I was interviewed by the local newspaper for their “A Day in the Life” column and asked what I wanted my career to be. My response was “CEO.”

Question 2

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I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from the University of Southern Maine in Portland.
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist and I hold various certifications in the wellness industry, including NASM Certified Personal Trainer, UESCA Running and Triathlon Coach, IIN Health Coach. I also hold a Bookkeeper Specialist Certification.
I owned and operated a day spa for 16 years. After selling my spa, I became a Certified Strategies Coach and coached salons and spas with Strategies Salon and Spa Coaching & Education.
I love running, live music, dogs, being in community, and spending time with family and friends.
Fun Fact: I have seen the Dave Matthews Band live over 75 times and counting.

Question 3

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I received my Associate of Science degree in Paralegal Studies from Fisher College in Boston, Massachusetts.
After working as a Paralegal for two years, I was introduced to the accounting field and found my niche in bookkeeping.
I am certified as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and I routinely participate in various continuing education courses that are relevant to my work.
Born and raised on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, I chose Maine as my home because of its beautiful shorelines, the lakes, and mountains.
Outside of work, I like to travel, see live music, go on walks, and visit local breweries and restaurants.
Fun Fact: I bought myself a Mini Cooper convertible for a milestone birthday. I like to put the top down and go on road trips to discover new areas of Maine from spring to fall.

Question 4

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From 1980 to 1986, I worked as the executive assistant for a member of Congress in Washington, D.C. After retiring from my career, I also worked as the Executive Director of a private non-profit high school in Maine that helps students at risk of not finishing their high school education.
I am a native of Maine. I graduated from the University of Maine at Orono with a B.A. in Political Science.
In my free time, I enjoy trying new recipes, entertaining my family and friends, traveling, reading, gardening, and volunteering in the community.
Fun Fact: I’ve been to the top of the dome of the U.S. Capitol, where the Statue of Freedom sits.

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