I grew up on a farm in a small town on the New York/Pennsylvania border. My father believed that completing a job to the best of your ability and kindness towards all creatures would make you a better person. I have carried these values with me all of my life and I incorporate them into everything that I do. When I meet with someone, I really want to know their needs and wants and I find great satisfaction in helping them to achieve their goals. Prior to coming to 1 North, I worked for a hazardous waste recycling company for 18 years. This was an interesting position, but also one that wasn’t particularly good for my health. A mid-life crisis resulted in a career change. I had studied acc