Deerfield Academy Graduation
It was about a month before my son’s high school graduation when he gave me one of the biggest surprises of my life. I’m not easy to surprise but this was a good one!
Its April Fool’s Day
It’s April Fools Day...so a teeny bit of non-work stuff. I hope you’re pulling some pranks on your little ones…we started young. A walk down memory lane:
I Did Something Super Scary!
I did something super scary! I hosted a 4 hour radio show on WBAL NewsRadio 1090 and FM 101.5 on my own.
She Could Field and NFL Team!
I once overheard someone in a leadership role on my team say, “she could field an NFL team’.” I’m not a big follower of sports, although I love the community aspect of coming together, but I got the analogy. Hire capable, talented people and encourage them to bring out the best in each other.
Parking Attendent
Parking attendant. We spend a lot of time celebrating success. I do it myself. After working my way up from the bottom, a place filled with self-doubt, it feels great to share an accomplishment. But success can be defined in many ways.
Waitress, CEO, and County Executive
I've been a waitress, a tech CEO, and a County Executive — but my most important title will always be 'Mom.' I know how hard it is to navigate childcare and balance motherhood with a career. It's why making things easier for working Moms is such a large part of my mission.
Thank You Harry Styles!
Thank you, Harry Styles! It has taken 15 years but I finally figured out my daughter’s currency. I know what you’re thinking…what does a teen…and Harry Styles, have to do with a business platform.
Tayvion
I met Tayvion at Michael’s tonight. My 16yo son and I were there to buy canvases. I figured out on spring break that, other than organized sports - which aren’t happening right now - the only thing that will distract him from electronics is artwork.
Is this the Home of Someone with Potential?
Is this the home of someone with potential? I built a venture-backed technology company, led one of the largest counties in Maryland…and earned an MBA. But I got my start in this apartment building.
Do You Need a Mentor
Do you need a mentor to be successful? Everyone says you do. I was 26 the first time I heard the word. I was headed to Madison Square Garden for a Grateful Dead concert. I was with a client, who had become a friend, and she was talking about how she met with her mentor on a difficult situation at work.