Linda Drake

My father has always been an inspiration to me. He taught me to work hard and to work smart. He taught me the value of planning and saving for the future. Although he passed away several years ago, I still integrate many of his principles into my personal and professional life.

Growing up in NYC helped me understand and relate to people from many different types of backgrounds. Upon graduating college with a Bachelor of Science in management, I worked as a business consultant and project manager, which helped me further develop my analytical and planning skills.

In 2006, our family relocated...