INTERVIEWER: Okay, so we're rolling and… okay.
MICHELLE: Oh, we're doing it. Okay.
INTERVIEWER: How long have you been working with independent advisors?
MICHELLE: I've been working with independent advisors for the last 15 years.
INTERVIEWER: What do you like most about it?
MICHELLE: They inspire me because of what they've gone through and their journey to become independent, and I really admire what they do for the clients each and every day, and they push us to do better.
INTERVIEWER: What's your biggest motivator?
MICHELLE: I'm a doer. I like to get stuff done, and that fulfills me. And the impact that I make is one of the, you know, motivators that I have as far as in my personal and professional life.
INTERVIEWER: Why does collaboration matter to you?
MICHELLE: We're the quarterback. You know, we're working with the advisor to service their day-to-day, meet their needs, and so we're bringing in business partners, again, bringing in the advisor to make sure that we're providing a really great client experience.
INTERVIEWER: Describe your best day at work.
MICHELLE: Working with my employees on initiatives that will impact positively the employee and advisor experience, and cherry on top, getting amazing feedback from our advisors.
INTERVIEWER: What would your best day be like not at work?
MICHELLE: I love to be active and outdoors, and I love to eat, so enjoying really good food.
INTERVIEWER: Feel good?