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11/05/2025

Hunger doesn’t take the holidays off.

This month, I’m organizing a Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry, and I’m asking for your help.

Families in our own neighborhoods are choosing between groceries and gas, between dinner and diapers, and that’s not something any of us should be okay with.

🥫 We’re collecting non-perishable food, toiletries, and household items (shampoo, canned goods, soups, boxed meals, garbage bags, Ziploc bags, and more).

💸 Monetary donations are also accepted through Zelle or by check made payable to Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry.
Every dollar donated will be MATCHED, dollar for dollar, by an anonymous donor, meaning your impact instantly doubles.

Donations will be accepted through November 22, and I’ll personally pick up items from your porch if that’s easier.

This isn’t just about food. It’s about being the kind of community that shows up when it matters most.

📍Drop-off: message for address

Let’s fill the shelves and some hearts this Thanksgiving.

11/02/2025

10/31/2025

Five years ago, speaking on stages felt like a dream that belonged to someone else.

My first step? Coordinating a social media panel and hoping people would show up. Since then, I’ve had the honor of sharing my story and my business on countless platforms, real estate and beyond.

The more I speak, the more I fall in love with it.
There’s power in saying yes to what scares you.

10/28/2025

The best time to buy was yesterday.
The second best? Before the next rate cut.

10/18/2025

Just casually stalking my girl 1000 miles away.

10/17/2025

Further Together | Chicago
The tribe showed up.
The conversations were real.

Huge thanks to for building community the right way, through connection, collaboration, and real conversations.