Business: Consulting firm specializing in commercial interior design.
Education: Interior design advanced diploma, Algonquin College (2004)
Biggest business achievement: The purchase and ownership of an established local business.
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Iconic spaces, lasting impressions
The Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum offer more than beautiful spaces; they provide meaningful settings celebrating heritage, culture and design. An architectural landmark overlooking Parliament Hill
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Back in the winter of 2018, a brutal cold snap dropped temperatures in Merrickville to -46°C. Michael J. Bainbridge and Brigitte Gall looked outside and told their holiday visitors to
Biggest obstacle overcome: Completing the business succession within seven months of returning early from maternity leave and balancing being a new business owner and mother of two young children under the age of three.
Biggest influences: My parents. They taught me the importance of hard work, discipline and compassion. Most importantly, they taught me to embrace every moment with the constant reminder that “life is beautiful.”
Most important lesson I’ve learned in business: Challenges in business are critical to keep learning and growing. It doesn’t matter how much time and effort you put into your business, you’re nothing without a great team.
First job: Dishwasher at a restaurant
Advice I’d give the younger me: There will always be people questioning your decisions. Be confident and don’t be afraid to take calculated risks.
Favourite pastimes: Snowboarding, golf, yoga, dancing
I’m currently reading: Confessions of a GirlPreneur: Life, Love, Business and Babies by Fiona Gilligan
