Home: Chicago. Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York. Profession: Testifying financial damages and valuation expert and forensic accountant. Organization: Kroll, LLC. Title: Managing Director. Significant other: Franco Turrinelli. Alma mater: University of Chicago Booth School of Business; Washington University in St. Louis School of Architecture; University of Vermont.
Recent recognition: Was recently told, “You are creative”. Latest contribution to others: Supporting the restart of Big Careers Little Kids, an organization that I Co-Founded years ago Big Careers Little Kids | Chicago Professional Women's Network. What’s been your big (or biggest) leap? Switching from architecture to forensic accounting. Hobbies: Skiing, travel. Recent travel or adventure: A three day, intense, adult ski camp in Jackson Hole; Iceland this past summer.
Personality profile: Direct, strong, thoughtful. How do you define a perfect friendship? You support one another through honesty and availability. What is your greatest joy? My family. What natural talent have you neglected? My artistic, creative talent. What is at the top of your bucket list? Going to see the northern lights. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Fresh air and sunshine. What is your go-to workout? Personal trainer workouts and Peloton.
What movie have you repeatedly watched? Love Actually. What’s featured prominently on your home or office wall? At home, a beautiful, large painting on paper by James Nares. Who has had the greatest influence on your life? My husband. What is the best advice you received growing up? Don’t lie. What is the best advice you received in your career? Be an energy creator, not an energy consumer. What is your go-to source of creative inspiration? The artwork around my house.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? I am working with members of our team to help them find their version of authentic leadership, in our field and on behalf of themselves and our clients. What widely held belief do you reject? Showing strength is only way to influence. What mega-trend most concerns you? The lack of trust people have (or maybe can have) in others. It is seen, for example, in distrust of our government and institutions.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My father. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my family, outside in the warm sunshine, maybe on the savannah or on the ski slopes. What advice would you give your younger self? Chill.
Personal mission: I am dedicating my life to being a great wife, mother, friend and professional. Professional mission: I seek to grow our industry, business and company and support our clients, people and communities. Personal motto: Be authentically yourself and contribute.
