I still remember how unsure I felt walking into my first job at 16 — eager to do well, but completely unprepared for real-world expectations. I struggled. But everything changed when a mentor took the time to guide me.

That guidance didn’t just shape my first job — it shaped my life. It gave me confidence, direction, and professional foundation that would carry me through my entire career.

That’s why I started Empact 360 and created The PREP Path™: A From Rookie to Rockstar™ Course.

My goal is simple: to help every young person start strong and stay strong in their career journey—and to give parents and organizations peace of mind knowing they’ve provided the best possible foundation for success. . It’s built for their stage of life—not repackaged adult training—and focuses on helping them grow into dependable, confident, and workplace-ready young professionals.

Drawing from more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, workforce development, and training management for a Fortune 500 company, I’ve seen firsthand how critical soft development and guidance are to long-term success. I created The PREP Path™, to bring that mission to life, helping first-time job seekers develop the confidence, communication, and professionalism that employers value most.

Because when young adults are prepared, everyone wins, they feel empowered, employers gain stronger teams, families and communities thrive.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or youth program leader, I’d love to partner with you in preparing the next generation for success.