My Story

I was born in Akron, Ohio, my family and I lived there until a short time after my father passed away. Upon moving to a new city, I was faced with uncertainty and change at a very young age which forced me to continually adapt. Going through school as a child, I was always told learning is important, the more you learn the more you understand about the world and those living in it. Learning by experience or by book, knowledge should always be valued. A few bumps and detours lead me to be person I am today and looking back regrets are few. I am grateful for those who told me I couldn't, I shouldn't, and flat out no. After accomplishing many things in my 37 years on earth, I am looking forward to inspiring others to persevere and move forward in the face of adversity. 

A Snapshot

Courtney has a fantastic story to share. She has overcome many obstacles personally and professionally to accomplish so many things. She has started a small business centered on empowering others, earned two degrees, and a myriad of additional accomplishments. Her life experiences have made an impact on those around her especially students and young professionals. Her goal is to share stories and develop ways to continually inspire students and young professionals to aim for unattainable goals. Growing up in North Hill - Akron, Ohio, dealing with the death of a parent, living with family members having no true place to call a home until late middle school/high school, graduating high school by mail, getting kicked out of college, to working for that very higher education institution she was excused from, the list goes on. She wants to ultimately be the voice of reason, inspiration, and motivation for those who have been given up on, told no, and never had an opportunity to serve their true purpose in life. Guided by principles [DIVA EDU] that she has developed, she wants to enact change in others to create a ripple effect of awesome. Not only is she an excellent representation of the city of her birth but also the University she truly loves.

Courtney holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science/Pre-Law and a master’s degree in Higher Education Administration.

Courtney is currently learning how to play Bass Guitar!