A Little Bit About Me

I’m not always the first to speak. Often, I’m the last—because I want to make sure everyone has had a chance to be heard.

For me, leadership isn’t about rushing to give my opinion. It’s about making space, listening carefully, and helping to bring people together around shared solutions. That’s how we build trust, and it’s how we make decisions that last.

This isn’t the style of leadership we often see in politics today—but I believe it’s exactly what we need more of. My colleagues on City Council have trusted me with the role of Mayor Pro Tem not once, but twice, because they’ve seen that I can facilitate conversations with respect and balance, even when viewpoints differ.

Leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room—it’s about creating the conditions for collaboration and making sound, balanced decisions. That’s the kind of leadership I’ll continue to bring as your next mayor.