I grew up on a farm near Lafayette, MN. My passion for caring for animals led to a wide variety of pets and farm animals throughout the years. I graduated from Ridgewater College in Willmar in 2012 with a Veterinary Technology degree and have been working as a CVT at Nicollet Vet since 2012; and in May of 2026 took over hospital manager role.

I reside in New Ulm with my husband Scott and our pets; 2 sweet and sour dogs named Twyla and Vanellope von Sweetz (Nelly) and 3 entertaining cats named Hazel, JoJo, and Stevie. I love being an aunt to 4 nephews and 3 nieces. In my leisure time, I enjoy helping with the remodel of our house and caring for my lovely perennials.