Born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to Thomas and Edna Mae Aunkst, I was raised in Watsontown, where I attended Warrior Run High School. I went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a minor in Business Law from Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg, PA.

After graduation, I relocated to La Jolla, California, before eventually settling in Henderson, Nevada. Today, I enjoy the unique blend of mountain views, snowcapped peaks, and the iconic Las Vegas Strip that Henderson offers. Outside of my professional life, I value time spent with my four dogs and appreciate the balance of nature and city life that surrounds me.