Loxahatchee, FL 1973

I was born in Viljandimaa, where I spent my childhood and early youth before moving to Tallinn to study and work. I have studied Law, Economics and recently received a degree in Ministry at PBA University. I worked for many years as a flight attendant for Estonian Air, thanks to which I met my husband on a flight – we've been traveling together through life for 19 years. In 2006, we were invited to do business in Florida, where we have lived since. I am a busy partner and parent with four children and two companies. I enjoy reading, photography, traveling, and good company. Estonia and Estonian activities are very dear to my heart.

I have been the Secretary and board member for the Estonian National Association of Florida for many years. I organize events, keeping the connection between local Estonians and taking care of the administrative part of our activities. Elected to the Estonian American National Council in 2018, I have also served as an EANC board member for the last four years. It is essential to carry on and keep Estonian traditions alive - we must not forget where we come from. Being a representative and active with these two organizations has helped me bring EANC closer to Florida and vice versa. These roles have also allowed me to be part of the many necessary Estonian organizations and events. I am very thankful to all of the Estonians in America who voted for me in 2014. The experience with EANC has been invaluable. Any and all areas of Estonian culture, business, and education are important for Estonian American individuals and the community as a whole.

Therefore, if I am re-elected, I will commit my time and knowledge to help develop projects in these areas.
As a member of the XXII Council, I attended all four annual meetings during my term, and have served on the EANC Executive Board (2018 - 2022), participating actively and regularly in board meetings and on numerous committees. I was a guest speaker at the EANC´s 2017 Annual Meeting in St. Petersburg, Florida.

In addition to monthly board meetings, I enjoyed being part of the Outreach working group (2018 to 2020). I was honored to be part of the EANC Inaugural Committee of the Henrik Visnapuu Awards for Arts and Letters (2022).