Core Value: Persevering Together

As the Java Joy & Purpose Coordinator, I build community partnerships, coordinate events, and create meaningful employment opportunities for JOYristas. With a degree in Counseling Psychology and a passion for helping people discover their purpose, I bring a person-centered approach to my work, focusing on recognizing individual strengths, fostering independence, and creating opportunities for others to grow and thrive.

I’m a Savannah native with an identical twin sister who has autism and cerebral palsy. I love bringing adventure, creativity, and new experiences into everyday life. I’m drawn to experiential approaches that bring people together, encourage exploration, and create opportunities to learn through doing.

I’ve worn a lot of different hats, from a citrus farmer in Kauai, camp staff in Colorado, coffee shop barista, to bass player in a band.