My journey with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver has been transformational – filled with numerous opportunities and meaningful experiences. My association with this organization began in 2011 as a Club member at the Jeffco Boys & Girls Club. From that point onward, I have never looked back. The invaluable opportunities that I have been fortunate to receive thanks to this remarkable community have played a pivotal role in shaping the person I am today. 

 My story within Boys & Girls Clubs follows a familiar path taken by many Club members. As a Club member, I initially served as a peer leader at my Club and a counselor in training at Gates Camp. Additionally, I had the privilege of interning at the organization's main office just before embarking on my college journey. In fact, it was thanks to a field trip organized by the Club that I first discovered the college I attended. Following my college graduation, I embarked on a job search, and with a stroke of luck and the support of former colleagues, I secured the position of Education Specialist at Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in 2019.  

In my role as an adult staff member within the organization, I have discovered that one of the most gratifying aspects of my daily work is witnessing the personal growth and self-discovery of our Club members. My motivation to come to work every day stems from the opportunity to be there for our members, to lend a listening ear, and to engage in conversations about their experiences. It brings me immense joy when they seek me out to share the updates in their lives or simply as someone to confide in. I deeply valued the connections I formed with the staff when I was a Club kid, and I aspire to provide the same support and guidance to our current members.