I was born in Louisville and raised in Oldham County, where my family taught me the value of hard work, service, and community. My father, a Vietnam veteran, and my mother, an insurance underwriter, showed me that resilience and integrity matter more than wealth.

As a single mom, I balanced graduate school while raising a child with special needs. Those years taught me firsthand the struggles families face when healthcare, childcare, and workplace protections fall short. Out of that experience, I built two Kentucky-rooted businesses Layne Wilson and Buy Socks You All, proving that when we invest in people and community, success follows.

I’m also a proud stepmother and an animal lover with three Boston terriers who keep life joyful and grounded. Whether as a parent, entrepreneur, or advocate, my journey has always been about lifting others up.

Now, I’m running for State Representative because I believe every Kentuckian deserves dignity, opportunity, and a fair shot at stability. My story is your story and together, we can build a future where families, workers, and communities thrive.