Because we had strong, respectful relationships and understood each person’s role within the team, we prevailed, and more importantly, rallied to our community in their time of need. Personally, I have become much more appreciative. I lost a few loved ones and fell ill myself to COVID-19. However, to see the American people come together to support each other has been incredible. From dropping off food for those who cannot leave the house to simply reaching out during the tough time, my faith in my community and country has never been stronger. What led you to pursue an MBA at this point and what do you hope to do after graduation? To be honest, although I really enjoyed my job and the people I worked with, I felt my ambitions stretched beyond where I was in life. I looked at an MBA as an opportunity to accelerate my career and personal aspirations and put me in a position that I knew I could succeed.