Outside of accounting practice I have a rich, joyful life. For many years I have travelled the world, living in countries like India, Nigeria, Guatemala and Rwanda. Through my travels I developed a new perspective on life and desire to help others. Volunteer work has become a staple in having work-life balance for me. I currently volunteer with the Red Cross in their disaster management department, I volunteer as a big sister for Big Brothers and Big Sisters, I have volunteered as a part of team on many humanitarian initiatives within “The Art of Living” organization.

I spent two months in Guatemala at a small village in Rio Dulce teaching English at a school that provides education, nutrition, and health care for the vulnerable children of the remote and impoverished region of Rio Dulce. I am now one of board member as a treasurer for the Canadian Affiliate.  I whole heartily believe in giving back to my community in Calgary by being an active speaker in the business community and helping entrepreneurs be successful. Apart from extensive volunteer work, I take part in many activities such as being part of a Bollywood Dance performance group, practicing meditation and yoga, pursuing goals such as obtaining my open water diving certification and continuing to travel the world to expand my cultural knowledge.