What made you choose to work for Nestlé Purina? What makes you stay at Nestlé Purina?

The opportunity - It's a global company with endless possibilities for job potential and professional growth. The company also shares high values and constantly challenges the status quo to be the very best. The people, the culture, and the products are what make me stay.

What's your favorite or most rewarding part of working for Nestlé Purina?

Thoughts and inputs for organization improvement are recognized and everyone has a stake in the game. I also take pride in knowing that I work for a company with great quality products.

How has Nestlé Purina helped you grow professionally?

The company provides a real hands-on working environment where I can learn effectively and apply the knowledge throughout my career. It also has numerous training courses, whether it is an instructor-led or web-based class to further develop my professional skills.

Walk us through your typical day at the office.

There really isn't a typical day for internal audit, which is what I like about it - the challenge and excitement that comes from having a job with many project opportunities across Nestlé operating companies in North America.

What's something about working with Nestlé Purina that has surprised you?

The passion that everyone has for other people's pets is pretty amazing!

What is the most exciting thing you are involved in outside of work?

Hosting regular teaching sessions for people who want to learn Mandarin Chinese.

What items in your office could you not live without?

Pen/pencil and my notebook.

What's your favorite place in St. Louis to relax and unwind?

Outdoor - Forest Park for activities and relaxation; Indoor - Mosaic (restaurant/lounge) for enjoyable food and drink.

What's your favorite quotation?

"To succeed, we must first believe that we can." -Michael Korda

What's the most thrilling vacation you ever took?

The first trip in Alaska with my family was a lifetime vacation memory.