Professional achievements
• Incoming American Society of Interior Designers South Central Chapter 2025–2027 board member (director of communications).
• ASID South Central Chapter 2025 Emerging Professional of the Year.
• Leadership Benton County Class of 2024.
Community involvement
Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas associate member; ASID South Central Chapter Allied member.
What you’re most passionate about in your career
“One of my favorite design-related quotes is: ‘Bad design shouts at you. Good design is the silent seller.’ My goal and passion as an interior designer is to create spaces that incorporate good design elements that are seamless and effective without being overly prominent. Since I specifically work with furniture in commercial spaces, I love showing clients how their workplace can be enhanced with thoughtful furniture selections and layouts.”
A word that describes you
“Personable is a word that can accurately be used to describe me. I have noticed in myself that I have gotten more sociable and outgoing as I have grown in my career, and I enjoy interacting with others and am comfortable in social situations. I have been told that I make others feel welcome, and I try to meet people where they are and be an easy person to talk with.”
A small habit that has helped you succeed
“I try to be intentional with my time and say ‘no’ to things I do not have the capacity or energy to take on, both at work and in my personal life. In the past, I would feel guilty for turning down a new project opportunity even if I was already at capacity with my workload. Similarly, I would often agree to plans that I knew would take me away from other things I would rather be doing. Saying ‘no’ allows me to take control of my time and better prioritize my personal and work to-do lists.”
First job and lessons learned
“I was hired as a team member at the local trampoline park that opened shortly after I graduated high school. My duties included greeting guests at the front desk and hosting birthday parties. By the time I left this job to pursue an internship in my chosen field of study, I had been there for almost four years and had been promoted up the leadership ladder to an operations manager. Because I was a full-time student while working this part-time job, I was able to develop valuable time management skills and learn how to effectively balance school and work. I also gained invaluable customer service and management experience. Additionally, I was able to establish friendships with some of my coworkers that are still as strong today as they were when we were working together.”
Biggest obstacle you’ve overcome
“Self-doubt is the biggest obstacle I have personally had to overcome. In 2022, I volunteered myself to move from central Arkansas to northwest Arkansas to help get Evo’s Rogers office location up and running. Truthfully, I did not expect approval to relocate and almost discouraged myself from even asking about the possibility of it in the first place. At this point, I had only been with Evo full-time for less than a year and was one of the newest and youngest employees. To get out of my own head, I ended up asking myself this question: What is the worst thing that could happen? I am so glad this simple question allowed me to put everything into perspective and stop doubting myself. Because I was brave enough to ask, I was given permission to relocate and lived in the northwest Arkansas area for three years before moving back to central Arkansas. In that time, I was able to help open Evo’s Rogers office location, join several industry organizations and grow immensely as a designer and person.”
Who you look up to and why
“I look up to my younger sister more than anyone else in my life. She is my only sibling, so we grew up together and are still very close. Even though she is two years younger than me, she has already accomplished so much in her personal and professional endeavors. She is currently pursuing her MBA at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, has a graduate assistant position at the university and has an internship in the dairy industry. She is also an incredibly talented photographer and is constantly photographing seniors, couples, families and weddings when she is not at work or in school. I want to be like her when I grow up!”
One book everyone should read and why
“‘Smile & Move (A Reminder to Happily Serve)’ by Sam Parker. This book is one that I believe everyone should read. The core idea presented in this book is that by adopting a positive attitude and actively contributing, individuals can enhance their own experiences and positively impact those around them. It is only 70 pages and takes maybe 15 minutes to read but has an impactful and larger overarching message.”