I’m a local Waterloo resident, community advocate and people-first leader. Like many families here, I care about the cost of living, property taxes, our roads, our neighbourhoods and the future of our city.

I’ve spent decades in professional leadership and have had the opportunity to travel around the world through my work. Those experiences have given me a broader perspective on what makes a city truly livable, connected and successful.

I believe Canada has been blessed with unmatched natural beauty and some of the most welcoming, caring people in the world. I love hiking and exploring that beauty, but some of my favourite moments are much simpler — sitting with neighbours, friends and family, having a good conversation, sharing a laugh or just having one of those random conversations where you learn something new from someone. I genuinely enjoy talking to people and learning from them.

I’m also a big hockey fan. For me, there are few things better than watching Team Canada play against anyone, anywhere.