I bring over 30 years of hands‑on experience in retail, small business management, and franchise support, with a deep understanding of what it takes to grow and sustain a business. My background includes leading teams in merchandising, buying, real estate, store development, training, accounting, and operations, as well as running my own small business. Today, as a SCORE mentor, I draw on that expertise to help entrepreneurs strengthen their financial reporting, streamline operations, and make smarter decisions that drive long‑term success.