Then and Now

Born and raised in Hawaii, I relocated to Salt Lake City to finish my final year of high school and head off to college. Facing the need to finance my education while working full-time, I found Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) to be an ideal starting point.

Coming from a small town in Hawaii, the transition to a larger environment was significant, yet the smaller class sizes at SLCC made the college experience approachable and welcoming. It was at SLCC where I truly felt a sense of belonging. A memorable moment for me was meeting a fellow student from Japan, underscoring the unique and diverse connections one can make at a community college.

"Investing in yourself through education is invaluable, as the long-term benefits far exceed the initial effort and resources."

I completed my coursework at SLCC and transferred to the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah, where I earned my degree in Marketing. My academic journey continued with a Master of Liberal Arts in General Management from Harvard University.

Currently, I serve as the Chief Marketing Officer for the Buckner Company, an insurance brokerage firm headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Advice

Don't underestimate the power of education in shaping both your life and career. Investing in yourself through education is invaluable, as the long-term benefits far exceed the initial effort and resources. Trust in the journey and don't give up.