Growing up in central New Jersey, I'm a "Jersey Girl".  New York City was my playground. The museums, theater, diversity of cultures and people in the city still excite me.

I began my career at the New York School of Interior Design.  As an Interior Designer I ran my own firm employing up to 13 people including designers and support staff.  My specialty was new construction and renovation.  The satisfaction of seeing drawings and swatches becom...