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Meet Kelsey! She grew up in Northern, BC and have lived in Kamloops for 3 years this summer; her passion is to help people achieve their financial goals.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
I can't pick just one... my husband, Bryan and our kids (Myra 2.5 and Boe 9 months). They make me laugh; they keep me on my toes, they are always up for adventures and fun.
What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
My favourite local store would have to be Lizzie Bits Baby Co.; they have an amazing selection of kids and baby things. They like to support Canadian businesses; the store is always changing and fresh.
Describe yourself in one word.
Ambitious
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Greece, perhaps Mykonos or Santorini. I've never been, I love going to new places, meeting new people and trying new foods. Plus the sunshine, sand and ocean breeze sounds amazing right now.
What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
The Farmers Market, my family and I go almost every weekend. You must try Gold Leaf Pastries, her macaroons are the best! I also love the spending time at the river or explore Kamloops trails.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Costa Rica. Jalapeno Poppers. First Vacation with my boyfriend. Thankfully he still married me.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Discovering my passion to help people achieve their financial goals.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Endless outside adventures with my sister and brother, either at the river playing in the sand, throwing rocks in the creek or having picnics in our backyard, exploring and using our imaginations.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Wow, this is a tough question. I think I would change the amount of hate and inequality, among race, ethnicity, gender. I wish all children had the same opportunities, regardless of the country they lived in, the colour of their skin or anything else.
Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
Yoga in the park, a hike through Kenna Cartwright or a walk along the river is perfect.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
The drug and addiction, which is not exclusive to Kamloops.
What do you think makes Kamloops great?
The people. Kamloops is a small town and people are welcoming, encouragings and empowering to one another.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Hike the 75km West Coast Trail
2. Africa
3. Iceland
Travel brings me joy and happiness!
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Profession via LinkedIn or Facebook, personally via Instagram.
What is the name of your business/organization?
Investors Group
Why did you get into/start this business?
My family didn't have a lot of financial stability when I was growing up, and I wanted to help people, like my parents, make better financial decisions.
What is the goal of your business?
Helping people grow and maintain wealth and mitigate health and financial risk, so that they can spend more time with the people they love, doing the things that bring them joy and happiness.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Finding balance between achieving my professional goals, while raising a young family and being the best mom, spouse, and friend I can be.
What do you always find yourself saying?
"You can have courage or comfort- but not both."
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
If you don't like something, change it, if you can't change it, change the way you think about it.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
One of my best friends, she is close to giving birth to twin girls, and I would love to spend the day with her.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
We need to support people and business who are taking chances and putting themselves out there.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Striving to live a wholehearted life, in my business and with my family.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My sister, Samantha Evans. She is raising 3 boys in Northern BC while growing her Photography business. She is talented, caring and amazing. Check her out- Sevan
My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Terri Axani
Some general comments I would like to share are:
Do not hesitate from working with a Financial Consultant, it is never too early, too late or poor timing. If you think you have it all together
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