My story begins in the small farming community of Delano, Minnesota. Growing up in a close-knit town taught me the value of hard work, honesty, and building real relationships. As Delano has grown, I've grown with it—but those small-town values have stayed with me.

Before real estate, I spent more than 10 years in the hair industry. It taught me some of the most important skills I use today: listening, paying attention to the little details, com...