If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I love this community. I was born at Southside Hospital in Bay Shore and like both my parents, I graduated from Connetquot High School. I am a proud homeowner in the same neighborhood in Bohemia where my family has lived for four generations. That’s why I’ve dedicated my career to serving the people who live here and why I work every day to make our neighborhoods safer, stronger, and more affordable.

Today, I have the privilege of serving as your Islip Town Councilwoman, representing more than 85,000 residents. Every decision I make starts with a simple question: “Will this make life better for the people I represent?” Whether it’s supporting our local businesses, protecting taxpayers, preserving our quality of life, or improving town services, I’m focused on delivering results that matter to families.

My work ethic started long before I held public office. Growing up, I watched my mom go to work every day at Connetquot High School and spent countless hours working alongside family in my dad’s deli. That’s where I learned that success isn’t handed to you. It’s earned through hard work, treating people with respect, and showing up every day ready to do your best. Those lessons have stayed with me throughout my life.

As a small business owner myself, I understand the challenges entrepreneurs face because I’ve lived them. Since 2017, I’ve owned a marketing and data analytics company, helping businesses grow while navigating the same rising costs and obstacles that so many families and employers face today.

Before being elected to the Town Council, I spent more than a decade serving our community in both town and county government. Those experiences taught me how government should work, and just as importantly, how it can work better. I believe public service is about listening, solving problems, and never forgetting who you’re there to serve.

I’ve always believed that learning is a lifelong journey. Every opportunity to grow, challenge myself, and gain new knowledge has made me a better leader and a better public servant. That passion for learning led me to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from St. Joseph’s University here in Patchogue, followed by Masters’ Degrees from Brooklyn College, Fordham University, and Columbia University with degrees in Public Administration, Urban Development, and Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences. I’m presently a Fellow at Columbia University pursuing my fourth Master’s Degree. The more I learn, the better prepared I am to solve problems, make informed decisions, and fight for the people I serve.

I’m incredibly grateful to have been recognized by Long Island Business News, including being named to its ’40 Under 40′ and ‘Top 50 Women in Business’ lists. One of the honors that means the most to me, however, was being named ‘Citizen of the Year’ by the Bohemia Fire Department in recognition of my work as President of the Bohemia Civic Association. Giving back to the community has always been at the heart of who I am.

When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me reading a good book, gardening, traveling, spending time with my dog Ralphe, or enjoying a great Italian dinner with my family.

I’m running for the New York State Assembly because I believe our community deserves a strong voice in Albany. We need someone who understands our neighborhoods, shares our values, and isn’t afraid to stand up for Long Island. I’ll fight to make New York safer, more affordable, and a place where families, small businesses, and the next generation have every opportunity to succeed.

I’d be honored to earn your support and the opportunity to continue serving the community that has given me so much.