We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle to the First Tee – Sandhills team! With her passion for volunteering, love for golf, and impressive professional background, Michelle is already making a meaningful impact on our community. Let’s take a closer look at her story, her goals, and what makes her such a fantastic addition to our team!
From Corporate Excellence to Nonprofit Passion
After an 18-year career at Intel focused on project management and process efficiency, Michelle decided to take a step back from the corporate world and reevaluate her next chapter. A friend encouraged her to explore the nonprofit sector, and it immediately clicked. Combining her love of volunteering with her passion for golf, Michelle found First Tee to be the perfect place to make a difference in kids’ lives while staying connected to a game she loves.
For Michelle, the culture of giving back instilled during her time at Intel played a major role in shaping her journey to First Tee. Through community service days, fundraisers, and supply drives, Michelle learned firsthand the value of making a positive impact—and she’s bringing that same mindset to her new role.
Excitement for the Role: Helping Kids Thrive
What excites Michelle most about joining First Tee? Knowing that the work she does every day has a direct impact on the kids in our community. Whether it’s helping kids grow in confidence or seeing them embrace the game of golf, Michelle is committed to creating life-changing experiences for youth in the Sandhills area.
Life in Pinehurst and Personal Passions
Outside of work, Michelle leads an active and creative life. Since moving to Pinehurst in 2019 with her husband, she has fully embraced the community she loves. You’ll often find her out on the golf course, baking, traveling, or working on DIY projects at home with her two dogs, Birdie and Albie (short for Albatross 🐾). She counts her decision to move to Pinehurst as one of her proudest accomplishments—proof that prioritizing happiness can lead to incredible opportunities.
Advice for Working with Kids: Plant the Seed!
Michelle’s advice for anyone considering working with kids is heartfelt and inspiring: “If you think this may be your passion, don’t wait! Find a way to get involved, even if it seems small, and watch that seed grow.”
Goals at First Tee – Sandhills: Building a Lasting Impact
Michelle is eager to grow in her role, deepen her involvement in the community, and help First Tee continue its mission of empowering kids through character-building and life skills. Her focus is on creating meaningful connections and ensuring that every child has access to the transformative experiences that First Tee offers.
Join us in giving Michelle a warm welcome to the First Tee – Sandhills family! We’re so excited for the energy and dedication she’s bringing to the team and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make on the kids in our community. Here’s to an incredible season ahead!