What have you been up to?

It has been a busy few months: I did a bit of travel, have been getting to know Berlin and the German language, and started a new position with Nike.

Describe your life in three bullet points.

Powered by relationships
International
Fast-paced

What is the first thing you do when you wake up?

To really “wake up” my mind and body, I try to start the day with 15 minutes of yoga. Most days I’m successful.

If we came to your house for dinner, what would you prepare?

I would plan a menu based on the time of year, but it would probably be inspired by the Italian cuisine. Since it’s starting to feel like autumn, I can imagine preparing pumpkin risotto and a rosemary-crusted pork loin. I would even pick the rosemary from my urban garden.

What is your go-to coffee/tea order?

Flat white with almond or oat milk.

What unknown fact do you like to share during an ice-breaker?

My first pet was a pony. Well, if I’m honest, that is a bit of an exaggeration. The pony wasn’t really a pet because growing up I rode horses. That said, the first animal that I owned really was a pony.

What re-energizes you?

Laughing. Going for a run. Getting outside.

Name three qualities that got you to where you are today.

Collaborative problem solving
Perseverance
Building a reliable network

What is the best advice you’ve received?

Surround yourself with good people, people who are smart, ambitious, passionate, kind.

What aspect of your work are you most passionate about?

I really enjoy bringing people together to design and deliver initiatives that drive impact. At Nike we work in cross-functional teams to execute on our strategic vision. I find facilitating this collaborative process and helping to bring out the best in each team member very rewarding.

What is your fondest memory at Kearney?

I have two memories to share. While they represent very different parts of the Kearney experience, they both highlight the meaningful relationships that I developed at the firm. The first memory is a project memory: working insane hours for weeks on end to deliver a digital assessment to a client. All the hard work really galvanized relationships between team members because we had to rely on each other to deliver successfully, and we did. We all walked away from that project tired, but better consultants with strong relationships between us.

The other memory is from a Kearney London office ski trip. Getting out of the office, getting out on the slopes—and okay, getting onto the dance floor too—with colleagues was a great way to get to know people better. And, I should add, it’s nice to know I am a part of that tradition—I hope future cohorts carry it forward!

Is there a person at Kearney who had a profound impact on your professional or personal life?

Yes, I’m lucky to have worked for two different female leaders: Paula Bellostas Muguerza, (London office) and Jassel Torres (Amsterdam office, now fellow alumni) who both really made their mark on my career and personal life. I worked for them under different circumstances, but both gave me the support and guidance I needed to be successful in stretch roles. Working on those two projects I gained confidence and experience that helped propel my career forward. They also both really helped me problem solve how to juggle professional priorities when I was facing some personal challenges. I think these relationships are perfect examples of the types of people you meet when working at Kearney. They are often relationships that can impact your whole life for the better, not just your career.

What is your motto in life?

Grit and grace.

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