Meet our team member Beth! This month she tells us a little about herself and what brough her to the Thrive team.
What inspired you to apply for/ take this position at Thrive?
I heard about Thrive through a friend of mine and was impressed with the services Thrive provides within the Central Oregon community. I have always been drawn to positions in which I can work directly with people and impact change.
Where are you from and what is your background experience?
I am from Oregon. I grew up in Salem and raised my kids in Portland. I moved to Central Oregon about 7 years ago for a fresh start and to get away from the weather in the valley. It was the best decision I’ve made. I have had multiple avenues of employment throughout the years. I was a massage therapist for 12 years and before Thrive, I spent 7 years at Planned Parenthood. I valu
e working for organizations that have a strong mission and enjoyed my time advocating for and supporting women’s health and access to family planning.
What do you enjoy the most about being a part of the Thrive team?
I enjoy the shared mission that the group has. We all have something unique to offer and those differences make
the team stronger.
What’s your favorite quote/words to live by?
The words I live by most often are, “Let go or be dragged.” I am unclear on the origin, but it resonates with me quite a bit.*
*Upon further investigation, this ap
pears to be a Zen proverb :)