I was born in Detroit, Michigan. My mother, Terenia, is from Poland and my father, Phillip, is Ukrainian. My first language was Polish but in addition to this I also speak English, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian.

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I received a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in Music Therapy  and a Master’s degree in Music Therapy from Western Michigan University. I am currently completing a second Master’s degree in Business Administration from WMU.

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I currently reside in Kalamazoo with my husband, Brandon, and our 3 wonderful boy dogs—Lucky, Yippy, and Paisley. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, outdoor activities, world travel, and cooking (my mother owned a Polish restaurant for almost 40 years—I had to learn a thing or two!)

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I have worked in a variety of healthcare settings before starting my adventure into the financial services industry. I have worked in hospice for over 11 years, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care for over 10 years, and behavioral health for over 6 years.

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Working in healthcare, I have learned how important it is to have a plan that includes medical decisions imbedded with financial planning.

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Through my experiences in healthcare, I learned that health is not only about physical, emotional, and spiritual health but also financial health. As a first-generation immigrant, I learned that money impacts our life daily. I enjoy helping others not only live well physically, emotionally, and spiritually but also financially. Helping others map out a plan for living well is something I am passionate about.

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I, like many others, would like to have financial independence with all of the resources to live well throughout my life, including the ability to live well now.

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An important life lesson that I have learned is that by planning out my dreams and aspirations in collaboration with trusted professionals, it has always empowered me to accomplish my goals. Whether planning a vacation, following an education track, or making a financial plan, collaborating with experts helps you attain your hopes and dreams.