Here’s what you should know:

I wrote my college admissions essay about ditching my parents to finish a 5-mile hike by myself at seven years old. No s’mores for the rest of the trip, but I’ve always loved the thrill of proving myself I could.

I watercolor all of my birthday cards, shaping each one around who they are and the moment they’re in. I bring that same thinking to my work: noticing the details that make people human.

After enough time serving tables, I’ve become a professional noticer. People don’t always say what they need, but they usually give you clues.

Extras: My middle school superlative was “Meme Queen,” and I don’t like The Office. I know that’s controversial.