If you want the quick overview - this is me! Mom of three boys, wife of Woodruff, lover of the beach, coffee snob, movie quoter, Christmas tree collector (up to nine), lover of my chickens, laundry loather and an empath extraordinaire that cries often.

And now for the longer read…

I would love to tell you that Rind and Roast was a brand-new venture born out of thin air when I was laid off from my job in March 2026. The truth is, I’ve been building toward this my whole life, and now that the foundation is set, I am ready to share it with the world.

I have spent the last few decades working in various project management roles. Whether it was in the corporate tech world or at a small local business, my favorite and most cherished part of every role was the client relationship. It was never a chore or a checklist, it was a genuine interest in people’s lives and knowing how I could listen and support them. It was never about small talk. It was always about authenticity and learning about people’s loves and interests, their hardships, and their wins.

I’ve been lucky enough in these roles to build a village full of beautifully talented and helpful people. So when I decided to start R&R, it wasn’t a hard decision; it actually had a very organic feel to it. I knew that in all my years of enjoying coffee, my best memories and moments came from sharing conversations over a good cup with friends and family. Working out of a coffeehouse always felt more productive, and being able to grab a cup on an errand made mundane chores feel more manageable. I knew I could bring three things together to make this happen: my expertise in marketing and management, my love for being a coffee purist, and my deep love for people.

With all of this leading the way, I have made three commitments to my business:

1. Giving back: If you work for, support, or are interested in having R&R provide beverages for your event and have 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, I want to donate back to areas of need by contributing a percentage of proceeds post event. If you are hosting a private event and would like me to donate a percentage toward a charity of your choosing, that works too! (I do reserve the right to deny any request that does not align with my beliefs and morals.)

2. House-made syrups: I will always make my own syrups. In a world full of pump syrups that make my stomach hurt, I decided to keep mine as pure as possible. The only current exception, until I feel confident in its taste and quality, is sugar-free syrup.

3. Sustainability: I am committed to limiting my footprint on this earth. As the business grows and I am able to invest, I plan to switch all packaging materials to reusable, biodegradable, or compostable options. I also plan to transition to clean energy by using solar banks.

If you’ve made it this far, thanks for sticking around. My story is even longer than what I’ve written here, and maybe we can talk about it over a cup of coffee or lemonade.

I hope you visit me while I try my best to lead with kindness and support for my community. I would love to have you as an extension of the village that built me.