What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?

I enjoy exploring new places, learning from different cultures, spending time in nature, maintaining an an active lifestyle, and sharing meaningful experiences with others. I am deeply curious by nature and find the greatest fulfillment in experiences that challenge my perspective, foster personal growth, and expand my understanding of people and the world around me.

Travel has been one of the most meaningful ways I continue to grow, and I have been fortunate to explore more than 30 countries across six continents. Some of my most memorable experiences include horseback riding up a volcano in Guatemala, surfing in El Salvador, scuba diving in Curaçao, planting trees in New Zealand, sailing through the Exumas, attending a traditional wedding in Morocco, participating in a temazcal ceremony during a wellness retreat in Tulum, and attending an unplugged yoga retreat on a farm in Zakynthos, Greece.

Beyond travel, I have a deep appreciation for animals, lifelong learning, reading non-fiction, and creative expression through acting. I am drawn to experiences that require discipline, resilience, and adaptability, whether that means developing a new skill or navigating an unfamiliar culture. I also value time with family and friends and the meaningful connections that enrich our lives.

Curiosity has been a guiding principle throughout my life, and I hope to remain a lifelong student of the world and the people within it. The more I travel, the more I realize how much there is still to discover, understand, and appreciate. I strive to approach each new opportunity with humility, a sense of adventure, and gratitude for the people, places, and lessons that shape us along the way.



List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc.)

My training has spanned the arts, healthcare, and leadership. I completed over a decade of competitive dance training, studied piano and flute, and more recently pursued acting training. These experiences strengthened my creativity, confidence, discipline, and ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Academically, I earned an Honours Specialization in Health Sciences from Western University before completing my Doctor of Audiology degree and clinical training at institutions including Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City. I have also completed specialized training in tele-health, cultural competency, and advanced hearing healthcare.

Together, these experiences have taught me adaptability, empathy, and effective communication. Whether performing, caring for patients, or learning a new skill, I have developed a deep appreciation for lifelong learning and the importance of continually challenging myself to grow.


In what sports, if any, have you participated?

My athletic background includes horseback riding (English and dressage), rep basketball, track and field, cross-country and half-marathon running, alpine and cross-country skiing, golf, tennis, volleyball, soccer, badminton, scuba diving, and skating.


Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why?

One of the most influential people in my life was my grandfather, Arie. He immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands following the Second World War with very little to his name and built a life rooted in hard work, perseverance, and devotion to his family. Together, he and my grandmother raised four sons, including my father, and created a family grounded in love, resilience, and strong values.

What influenced me most, however, was not what he accomplished, but how he lived. He had an incredible sense of humor, made everyone around him feel valued and loved, and approached life with warmth, humility, and kindness. Some of my fondest memories are simply laughing together, listening to his stories, and feeling completely loved in his presence. As I grew older, I also had the privilege of watching the way he cared for my grandmother with patience, respect, and unwavering devotion. Their relationship showed me what true partnership looks like and taught me that kindness is often expressed through the smallest everyday actions.

Later in life, my grandfather experienced hearing loss, followed by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Witnessing those changes sparked my interest in the relationship between hearing health, cognitive decline, and aging, ultimately inspiring me to pursue a Doctor of Audiology degree. More importantly, his experience taught me the importance of preserving connection, dignity, and quality of life throughout the aging process.
Although he is no longer here, his influence continues to shape both the person and healthcare professional I strive to be each day.



What is your proudest personal accomplishment (other than participating in this pageant)?

My proudest personal accomplishment is becoming a Doctor of Audiology at 25 years old, and I am honored to be approximately one of only 60 Doctors of Audiology in Canada. While earning my doctorate was a significant achievement, I am most proud of the impact I have been able to make through my work. Since beginning my career in Toronto nearly three years ago, I have had the privilege of helping thousands of patients reconnect with the conversations, relationships, and experiences that matter most. Seeing someone hear a loved one’s voice more clearly, regain confidence in social situations, or feel connected to the world around them again is what continues to inspire me every day.



What is the most interesting or unique thing that has ever happened to you and/or what is the most interesting thing about you?

One of the most interesting things about me is that my life has never followed a conventional path. Growing up, I was deeply involved in the arts and never imagined I would one day become a Doctor of Audiology. If you had asked my younger self what my future would look like, she likely would have pictured a life centered around creativity rather than healthcare, research, and entrepreneurship.

Throughout my life, I have repeatedly found myself pursuing opportunities that others, and sometimes even I, never expected. While studying during the COVID-19 pandemic, I launched my own clothing company, designing collections, creating marketing campaigns, and shipping orders myself. During one of my photoshoots, a photographer asked why I wasn’t modeling the clothing I was selling. That simple question led me to step in front of the camera for the first time and ultimately sparked the social media platform and opportunities I have today.

Looking back, what I find most interesting is not any single accomplishment, but my willingness to continuously reinvent myself. Time and time again, some of the most meaningful opportunities in my life have come from saying yes to something unfamiliar. Whether as a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, creator, actor, or Miss Universe Canada delegate, I have never allowed one role to define me. I hope my journey encourages others to believe they do not have to fit into a single box either, because sometimes the most rewarding chapters of life are the ones you never planned to write.


What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?

My long-term career ambition is to become a trusted public voice at the intersection of healthcare, communication, and healthy aging. While I am proud of my work as a Doctor of Audiology, my broader goal is to help people live healthier, more connected, and more fulfilling lives through education, advocacy, media, and public speaking.

Throughout my career, I have seen how profoundly health impacts every aspect of a person’s life, from relationships and confidence to cognitive wellness and overall quality of life. I am passionate about making complex health information more accessible and empowering people to take an active role in their well-being.

To accomplish this goal, I continue to expand my experience beyond clinical practice through public speaking, professional leadership, content creation, media opportunities, and community engagement. I believe meaningful impact happens when expertise is combined with effective communication.

Ultimately, I hope to build a career that bridges healthcare, media, and advocacy, allowing me to reach people far beyond the walls of a clinic and create positive change on a broader scale.


What would be your “dream job” in life?

My dream job would combine many of the things I love most: healthcare, storytelling, travel, education, and human connection. I would love to spend my career speaking on global stages, creating meaningful media, partnering with organizations making a positive impact, and meeting people from diverse cultures and backgrounds around the world.

What excites me most is the opportunity to learn from others, share important ideas, and use my voice to bring attention to causes that improve people’s lives. Whether through documentaries, television, public speaking, philanthropy, or community initiatives, I would love to build a career that allows me to continuously learn, grow, and contribute to something larger than myself.

At its core, my dream job is not defined by a specific title. It is defined by impact, purpose, and the opportunity to connect with people in meaningful ways. I hope to spend my life exploring the world, championing important causes, and helping others recognize the possibilities that exist for their own lives.


Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.

I was born in London, Ontario and raised primarily in Cambridge as an only child. My father is from St. Catharines, Ontario, and my mother is from Northern Quebec. Growing up, I spent a great deal of time around adults, which taught me how to communicate comfortably with people of all ages and helped shape my confidence from an early age.

I attended St. John’s-Kilmarnock School, an International Baccalaureate school, from junior kindergarten through Grade 12, with the exception of Grades 9 and 10, which I spent at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate. Experiencing both environments exposed me to different perspectives, faith traditions, and ways of thinking, which broadened my understanding of the world around me.

My childhood was busy in the best possible way. My parents encouraged me to try everything—from competitive dance, sports, music lessons, and acting to travel and community involvement. They never expected me to follow a predetermined path. Instead, they encouraged me to discover what I enjoyed, what challenged me, and who I wanted to become.

Looking back, I believe the greatest gift my parents gave me was the freedom to explore. That freedom taught me to remain curious, embrace new opportunities, and never limit myself to a single interest, identity, or definition of success. It is a lesson that continues to shape the way I approach my life, career, and the opportunities I choose to pursue today.


List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.

Some of my most unusual jobs have taught me lessons that are very different from those learned in a classroom. As a teenager, I worked on a cucumber farm, spending long days harvesting cucumbers in the fields before helping turn them into pickles. I also worked at golf tournaments cleaning portable toilets, an experience that taught me humility and reinforced the value of hard work.

While neither job was glamorous, both taught me the importance of perseverance, responsibility, and taking pride in every task, regardless of how small it may seem. Looking back, those experiences helped shape my work ethic and reminded me that no job is beneath you when you are willing to learn and contribute.


List any volunteering you have done.

Leadership & Healthcare Advocacy

• Founder & President, Institute for Healthcare Improvement
• Chapter President, Student Academy of Audiology (SAA)
• National SAA Public Outreach Committee Member
• PAC Advisory Board SAA Representative
• Aural Rehabilitation Group Leader
• Geriatrics Club Vice President
• Student Ambassador & Nova Southeastern Welcome Committee Member
• American Academy of Audiology Volunteer of the Month

Education & Mentorship

• French Conversation Leader
• Oxford Learning Centre Tutor
• Dimensions in Dance Instructor
• HOSA Presentations
• NSU Audiology Virtual Open House

Community Involvement & Humanitarian Service

• Animal lovers rescue fostered an abandoned puppy
• Women’s Health Collective Moderator
• Reads & the City Book Club
• Mully Children’s Foundation, Kenya
• Habitat for Humanity, New Brunswick
• Young Round Square Service Initiative, New Zealand
• Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore, India
• Socialstyrelsen (National Board of Health and Welfare), Sweden
• Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR)
• Canadian Blood Services
• Ray of Hope Homeless Shelter
• Cambridge Memorial Hospital
• St. Joseph’s Health Care – Cycling Without Age Program
• Walk4Hearing
• Virtual Hill Day
• Relay for Life
• Oslo Metropolitan University Innovation Challenge

What is your most unusual talent?

My most unusual talent is my ability to build meaningful connections and create community wherever I go. Whether I am moving to a new city, attending a conference alone, traveling internationally, or simply sitting beside a stranger on an airplane, I genuinely enjoy getting to know people and hearing their stories.

Throughout my life, I have repeatedly stepped into unfamiliar environments where I knew no one, from moving alone to Florida and New York City, to studying abroad in Singapore, traveling solo to Tulum, and attending conferences across North America. In each experience, I quickly formed friendships and built communities that made those opportunities even more meaningful.

More importantly, I have come to appreciate that genuine human connection is one of the most powerful ways we learn, grow, and expand our understanding of the world. Whether speaking with a patient, a colleague, or a complete stranger, I believe every person has a unique story to share. My ability to build rapport quickly has not only enriched my own experiences, but has also shaped the way I lead, communicate, and serve others.

Where is the most interesting place you have been to?

The most interesting place I have visited was Scandinavia, where I had the opportunity to study health and aging in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark alongside students, researchers, and healthcare professionals from around the world.

What made the experience so impactful was not the destination itself, but the perspective it gave me on what is possible. During my travels, I visited innovative long-term care and dementia care facilities, participated in an international healthcare innovation challenge, and met Ole Kassow, the founder of Cycling Without Age. For the first time, I witnessed healthcare systems that prioritized autonomy, dignity, social connection, and quality of life in ways that challenged many of my existing assumptions.

As someone whose grandfather lived with dementia, the experience was deeply personal. Observing care models that promoted independence, dignity, and meaningful engagement led me to reflect on the broader relationship between sensory health, cognitive wellness, and healthy aging. It was during this experience that I became increasingly interested in the connection between hearing loss, auditory deprivation, social isolation, and cognitive decline. In many ways, Scandinavia reinforced and strengthened my decision to pursue a Doctor of Audiology degree, as I realized the profound impact hearing health can have on a person’s quality of life, relationships, and ability to remain connected to the world around them.

More than anything, Scandinavia taught me that meaningful change is possible. I returned home with a renewed sense of purpose and a deeper appreciation for the role healthcare professionals can play in improving quality of life. The experience reinforced my commitment to advancing hearing health, promoting healthy aging, and advocating for systems that allow people to age with dignity, connection, and purpose.

What do you hope to be doing in ten years?

In ten years, I hope to have built a life that reflects the values that are most important to me: purpose, impact, curiosity, connection, and family. Professionally, I hope to be using a large platform to educate, inspire, and advocate for meaningful causes, particularly in hearing health, healthy aging, and overall well-being. I would love to establish a foundation that expands access to hearing healthcare and empowers people around the world to live healthier, more connected lives.

Beyond my professional goals, I hope to be a trusted voice who encourages others to dream bigger, challenge their perceived limitations, and pursue opportunities they may once have thought were beyond their reach. If there is one message I hope people take away from my journey, it is that we are often capable of far more than we imagine.

Personally, I hope to have a family, spend more time in nature, and create a home filled with laughter, meaningful relationships, and lifelong learning. Success, to me, is not simply measured by accomplishments, but by the positive impact we have on others and the life we build along the way.

Is there anything you would like to add that we haven’t asked?

In addition to my academic and professional accomplishments, I am proud to have been recognized through honors including The Peak Emerging Leaders, Forbes Under 30 Nominee, Nova Southeastern University’s President’s Award, Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences Student of the Year Award, Nova Southeastern Chancellor’s Award, NSU Chancellor’s Scholarship Award, Western Scholarship of Excellence, Good Citizen Award, American Academy of Audiology Volunteer of the Month, and Oslo Metropolitan University Innovation Challenge Winner.

I have also contributed to peer-reviewed research, presented at national and international conferences, and had the privilege of serving in leadership roles within healthcare organizations and advocacy initiatives.

While I am grateful for these recognitions, I believe they are simply reflections of the values that have guided me throughout my life: curiosity, service, perseverance, and a commitment to lifelong learning. More than any award or achievement, I hope to be remembered for the positive impact I have on the lives of others and for leaving every person, community, and opportunity better than I found it.