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Can you briefly tell us about your professional background? MANNIX: I have worked in the Construction Industry since 2003 providing office administration and accounting. act each other.) What inspires you about your business? MANNIX: Our organization is amazing! It is impressive to see competitors come together for the good of the industry. I find myself surrounded by hard working, forward-thinking individuals that just get things done! Do you have any pets? MANNIX: I love animals! I have two Chihuahuas, Mini & Vader. What was your first job? MANNIX: I was a Sales Associate in the Juniors Department at J.C. Penny. For the most part I loved it but back in that time there was no Pandora so we listened to the same cassette tape every single day! What is your favorite travel location? MANNIX: Anywhere there is a beach works for me! Grill master or reservations? MANNIX: Grill master. Do you have any “guilty pleasure” TV Shows? MANNIX: The Walking Dead and Fear of the Walking Dead. What are your hobbies or interests outside of work? MANNIX: I love running, going to the gym, cooking and baking (I guess my hobbies kind of counter What is your favorite book? MANNIX: The Twilight Series and many other Vampire Romance Novels. LOL! Don’t judge me! What is the secret to your success? MANNIX: Organization is very important as an ED and learning to accept things can change on a dime. My favorite quote is “The only thing that makes cents is change”. What is your favorite college or pro team? MANNIX: Green Bay Packers, I used to live in Green Bay and attended Vince Lombardi Middle School. There was a huge statue of him right at the front doors. My sisters and I use to babysit for the Packers kids. It was pretty cool. We always had tickets to go to the games but it was so cold I usually opted to be the one to take the babysitting job over going. What is the first concert you attended? MANNIX: The Moody Blues. What was the first car you drove? MANNIX: Plymouth Acclaim • • • SEPTEMBER 2016 • DITCHMEN 5