As we near the end of our celebration series thanking our 2024-2025 board members, we…
I’m still carrying a little bit of Ireland with me this week—and honestly, I hope I don’t lose it anytime soon.
Attending the EO Global Leadership Conference reminded me, in the best possible way, that growth doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in rooms (and sometimes on muddy fields!) filled with people who challenge you, support you, and push you to think bigger than you planned.
Stepping into this next chapter as President-Elect of our Raleigh/Durham chapter feels both exciting and deeply meaningful. I’m coming back not just with ideas—but with a clearer sense of responsibility to serve our members well, foster real connection, and create the kind of environment where leaders can do their best work and be their most authentic selves.
And yes… there were a few moments that kept me humble. Gaelic football? Let’s just say I have a newfound respect for the pros. And the Irish jig—well, I gave it my best shot, but no one’s calling me to join the touring company just yet.
What stood out most, though, was the spirit of Ireland itself—welcoming, genuine, and grounded in community. It’s a good reminder that business is important, but people always come first.
I’m heading back to Raleigh energized, grateful, and ready to get to work.
