Home: Kew Gardens, NY. Age: 65. Birthplace: Berbice, Guyana. Profession: Consultation. Title: Federal Contracting and Program Management Executive. Alma mater: Thomas Edison State University.
Current project: Undertaking various professional projects. Latest contribution to others: Consultation to a community and religious organization. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Pursuing consultation opportunities. Hobbies: Playing cricket.
Moral compass: Trust my gut. How do you define an ideal business relationship? One that is supportive. What is your greatest joy? For my kids to be successful. What natural talent have you neglected? Teaching. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Journalism. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? An investment. How do you relieve stress? Walking. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Good food.
What was your first paying job? Gas station attendant. What was your favorite college course? Psychology. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Cricket. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Staying focused and committed. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? Internet. What is your go-to source of news and information? Google. What company or organization do you most admire? Microsoft and Apple.
What is your big idea?
Researching plant products for medicinal purposes.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? Researching medical benefits of tropical plants. What change would you like to see in the world? Better medicines.
As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A lawyer. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my parents. What advice would you give your younger self? Love your parents. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? My teens.
Personal mission: To support my children. Personal motto: Respect.
