Where are you from?

Beverly Hills, MI living in Tallahassee, FL

Current P.R.

3:37:38

Typical pace

8:30 min

Number of marathons

18

Occupation

Commercial Loan Underwriter/Manager

Favorite marathon

Detroit Free Press

Hobbies

Running, Swimming, Golf, Caring for my 2 goats, 2 horses, and 3 Dogs

Favorite Running Food

Mac and Cheese

What are you reading now?

Various Audiobooks

Who do you train with?

Gulf Winds Track Club and my dogs!

Personal goals

Continue marathon running and a distance triathlon

A quotation you like…

Hakuna matata

Why do you run?

I run first and foremost for my mental health. It’s also my time to get lost in a good audiobook—one more reason to look forward to the miles.

Describe your best marathon memory.

My best marathon memories aren’t just about one race—they’re about seeing friends, old and new, accomplish their goals while I’m pacing. Those shared moments are what stand out to me.

Why do you pace?

For me, pacing is about people: meeting fellow runners, hearing their goals, and helping them along the way. I love being out there with them and sharing the experience.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

At the Kiawah Island Marathon, I ran with a younger man whose longest run had been 18 miles. Every mile after that was a new milestone, and he was so excited each time! I lost track of him along the way, but I had to wait at the finish to see him complete the race.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

Come for the miles, stay for the company! I want everyone in my group to have fun on the course, and I’ll talk through those doubts with you along the way. You’ll be running alongside people who understand what you’re going through.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Have fun and enjoy the run.

Anything else you’d like to share?

Just keep moving forward!

What philanthropic activities do you have?

Pacing Training Groups, Gulf Winds Track Club Equipment Manager, Girls on the Run – Running Buddy, Volunteering at Running and Triathlon events