- DIY and Home Improvement
- Gardening
- Graphic Design
- Food Photography
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Cooking
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in walking and low-weight training

Dynamic Visual Merchandising Manager and Graphic Artist with a proven track record at Navy Exchange, enhancing customer engagement through innovative seasonal displays. Skilled in visual storytelling and team collaboration, I excel in optimizing product placement and driving sales growth while mentoring junior staff in merchandising best practices.
Highly capable and forward-thinking merchandising strategist bringing strong record of accomplishment in building cohesive branding strategies across product marketing channels. Proficient in designing in-store displays and advertising approaches to maximize brand awareness and revenue. Offers history of success in creating leading-edge approaches and working effectively at all levels to coordinate smooth implementations.
In addition, merchandising fundamentals with solid foundation in graphic design, including creating visually compelling layouts and illustrations. Proven track record of meeting project deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards. Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and collaborative teamwork.
Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Awarded for above and beyond accomplishments in the opening of Navy Exchange at Souda Bay on the Island of Crete, Greece.
I was tasked to create a facade of the Temple of Kenosis on the northeast section of Crete, a temple well know for it's multi- thousand year history. The facade I created was at the main entrance of the store, and was true to the colors and architectural elements of the temple as it appears today. The Navy Plank Award is hardly ever awarded to civilians.