My 17 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry is a valuable asset I bring to the table. I am more than happy to work with your lender to help secure financing for your home purchase. In addition to my banking experience, I have served in many volunteer capacities with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Having a daughter who was diagnosed at age 6 (21 years ago) with Type 1 diabetes prompted me to advocate for funding to provide research and better management of the disease. I have served as the Illinois State Leader for the JDRF and found that I'm very good at negotiating on behalf of others; whether it be for better care in our public schools, or NIH funding for research. I have testifed at both state and federal levels to increase awareness and I never pass up an opportunity to provide programs for civic groups such as Rotary or Lions Clubs. This background led to my serving 3 terms on the Capital Area Association of Realtors Government Affairs Committee. I also served on the Petersburg City Council as Ward 3 Alderman and volunteered to assist with civic activities whenever possible. I love helping others and have found that the qualities I have fostered while in banking and as a diabetes advocate have carried over into my new real estate career...trust, advocate, nurturing, articulate, kindness and caring. I am currently serving my second term on the forms committee for the Capital Area Association of Realtors. Which allows me to remain current on all transactions as well as propose input for needed updates and changes.
