Carolina Senior Marketing is a full-service insurance Field Marketing Organization (FMO) based in Morrisville, NC that operates with one purpose: to faithfully serve your business needs with excellence. We serve independent agents over several states across the Eastern US, offering contracting in a large number of products.
We work with independent agents across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and more.
Many insurance marketing firms offer very similar products and payouts, but we believe what sets us apart from our competitors is our boutique approach to service and our pursuit of exceptional value, with marketing efforts that are personalized for each agent.
At Carolina Senior Marketing, we recognize that servicing your clients is the most important thing to you, and servicing you – as our client – is the most important thing to us. The result? A company that attracts the best insurance agents in the industry, and we believe once you join us, it will be for life!
We have agents all across the Eastern United States including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Maryland, and more, licensed in 40 states and counting. The dark blue shaded areas represent the states where our agents are currently servicing clients.
Our team works with you to design and provide assistance to independent insurance agents with custom created ads, prospecting letters, direct-mail, newsletters, seminar support, personalized branding and logo design, website development, and much more.
When you join our insurance FMO, you’re joining our team. Click the photos below to learn why each member of the Carolina Senior Marketing team is the best in the industry.
Unofficial Job Title: Personality Hire
What you should contact me for:
I love to create, to build, and to see others thrive! If it’s effective, efficient, and productive, I want to be a part of it.
Toilet paper: over or under?
Over… Under… On the floor… I don’t care!
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Sushi, of course… because who doesn’t love raw fish?!
What is your life motto?
Go big or go home!
What is your favorite quote?
Perfection is the enemy of profitability. – Mark Cuban
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is __________________.
Don’t get a tattoo around your belly button. You’ll hate it when you’re older.
What advice would you give a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars?
Don’t waste your time worrying about failing. Everybody fails at something – it’s healthy for perseverance and grit.
My favorite word in the English language is __________________.
Bubbles…. because there’s no angry way to say it.
What’s the most inspiring part of your job?
Perpetual investment. I get to use my gifts and strengths to serve my team. and they use their gifts and strengths to serve our agents. When they thrive, they get to use their gifts and strengths to serve their customers.
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________________.
Driving super fast and never getting a ticket.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a __________________ when I grew up.
A race car driver
Unofficial Job Title: Office Stepmom
What you should contact me for:
Anna-Kristian has been working with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2010 and has had the pleasure of welcoming and getting to know many of our agents over the years. Anna is married to Chris Howell, VP of Operations, and they have worked together here at CSM for the last 10 years. They have four children, Cainan, Adaline, Oakland and Atley! Anna spends her days either chasing them around, working or trying to keep her house clean!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A dolphin!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
100% dog person!
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
any tropical one!
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
All I do is Win by DJ Khalid 😁
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Brownies 🤤
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy! I’m pretty sure being alone would just make me crazy!
Unofficial Job Title: Office Dad
What you should contact me for:
Chris joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2014. He enjoys serving our agents and helping them succeed in their careers. He is married to Anna who is also a part of our team. Chris was born and raised in Texas, and has called North Carolina home since 2010. When he is not at work you can find him running after his four young kids and finding any excuse to go to the beach.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A chimpanzee or a dolphin.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I am a dog person but cats are cool too.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
The annual Medicare Exchanges have to be some of my favorite memories of working at CSM. It’s so much fun getting to see all of our agents together in one place!
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Maldives.
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Brett, definitely Brett.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
A spicy chicken sandwich.
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Fajitas, with chips and salsa.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
100% alone.
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Control what you can control.
Unofficial Job Title: Queen Bee
What you should contact me for:
Becca has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2014. Born and (mostly) raised in Champaign, IL, Becca stuck around her hometown to study Industrial Design at the University of Illinois. At age 20 she married her Army sweetheart, Brent, and they now reside in Apex with their 3 young children.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
Flying squirrel
What’s the strangest talent you have?
I can mimic a car alarm noise.
Do you have any interesting phobias?
Crippling fear of driving off a bridge into water
Toilet paper: over or under?
Over
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Tacos
If you could have an all expense paid vacation, where would you go?
Milan, Italy
What is your favorite book or book series?
Mark of the Lion Series, Francine Rivers
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve _________.
20 kittens
My favorite word in the English language is _________.
Precious/creepy
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be _________.
Omniscience
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a _________ when I grew up.
News anchor
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is _________.
Hug my kids
What you should contact me for:
Katie has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since May 2013. She gives leadership to our Finance and Accounting Department and loves being able to use her gifts to serve our agents! Katie and her husband Jason have three kids: Holt, Annie, and Parks, and they live in Apex, NC. In her free time, you can find her in the gym or around a local sports facility cheering on her kids.
Toilet paper: over or under?
Under
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Tacos all the way, or brownies 🙂
What is your life motto?
Do hard things.
What is your favorite book or book series?
Harry Potter (I’m about 20 years late to the trend.)
What advice would you give a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars?
Love others well, work hard, and take some time to have fun.
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________________.
Rapid cleaning of my house
Unofficial Job Title: Reverend Beach Bum
What you should contact me for:
Jerod joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2020. Jerod grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, and graduated with a degree in marketing and a minor in Spanish from UNC-Wilmington. He has been married for 16 years and has 3 kids. Being born in Kearney, Nebraska, and having Kearney-native family makes him a big Nebraska Cornhusker fan. Go Cornhuskers!
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ___________ when I grew up.
Professional basketball player
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________.
Flying
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Sushi, as long as it’s not gas station sushi
What is your life motto?
Sky’s the limit!
What are your favorite hobbies?
I have 3 kids…
Unofficial Job Title: Vibes Coordinator
What you should contact me for:
Molly has been a part of Carolina Senior Marketing since 2018. Originally from Taylorsville, North Carolina, Molly graduated from Meredith College in 2016 with a degree in Sociology. She now lives in Holly Springs, NC, with her husband, Jake, and their three cats (You’re not crazy until you have more than five for the record). When she’s not helping agents with onboarding or contracting, she can be found at a local coffee shop, checking a music venue off her bucket list or secretly taking care of your desk plants behind your back.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I didn’t choose the cat life, the cat life chose me.
If you started a business, what would it be?
Coffee/flower/book shop by day, music venue by night.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Driving jeeps with Agent Pipeline at The Greenbrier!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to play the harmonica and sign language.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Turkey!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Islands in the Stream by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton
Unofficial Job Title: Snack and Candy Enthusiast
What you should contact me for:
I am from a small town in Southern California called Los Angeles (you probably haven’t heard of it). I graduated from NC State, but married into a die-hard Michigan family – go Pack and go Blue! I have a Golden Retriever named Calvin whom we love and spoil rotten. You can find me exploring local restaurants/coffee shops or binge watching reality TV!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I am and will always be a dog person.
If you started a business, what would it be?
A restaurant that only serves various chips and dips. That way you don’t have to feel bad about filling up on chips and salsa before your meal comes! Salsa, queso, spinach & artichoke dip…you name it, we’ll have it.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Our first in-person Medicare Exchange post Covid! It was such a good time!
Chris running into a glass wall at work is a close second, though…sorry Chris, but I still laugh about it to this day (for the record, he was okay!).
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Man! I Feel Like a Woman! by Shania Twain
Unofficial Job Title: Company Cheerleader
What you should contact me for:
Jen joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2021. She was born and raised in Durham, NC and now lives in Raleigh. Jen loves the way the Triangle has changed in her lifetime! She graduated from Wake Forest University and now has daughters at UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State, so she torn on who to cheer for in the ACC. She and her husband have four kids and spend most afternoons watching their teenage boys play soccer, baseball and tennis!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
a hedgehog stuffed animal that comes to life – cuddly, small and clean . Hedgehogs are so adorable, but I imagine they’re the worst cuddlers!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Can you be neither and still have friends on the CSM staff?
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
That’s a pretty long list – singing, skiing, cake decorating, being athletic, photography, interior design
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Intentional, Thoughtful, Problem Solver
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy – Beautiful beaches, wine country, cities, history, and incredible food
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Easy – I’d be Emily, as long as it came with her skill set. Videos, photos, editing, and design
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Club sandwich on croissant with avocado and bacon
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy because I’ll need help to survive!
Unofficial Job Title: The South African
What you should contact me for:
Jeanine joined Carolina Senior Marketing in September 2024. She was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. She is married to Jason and they have 3 teenagers. They moved to the USA 3 years ago and although they are missing surfing as a family (East coast waves are tough) they have really enjoyed running the greenways, riding their bikes in Umstead and playing pickle ball. Given any opportunity they love heading down to Atlantic beach – having to choose between the beach and the mountains is new to them! As a family they love playing board games as well as outdoor games like spike ball, jingl and crossnet. At the end of a busy day you will find them on the couch watching Survivor.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Mmmmm…a dog person, but dogs that don’t shed hair!
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
My bible, a coffee machine and my running shoes
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A unicorn! In the short time I have worked at Carolina Senior Marketing I have noticed that it is a very unique company with a unique staff team … in today’s society CSM feels like a unicorn and I am so thankful I get to be part of this team
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Probably gem squash…it is similar to acorn squash
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy… I do love time alone, but I love people more. I am pretty sure that I would be able to make friends with my worst enemy
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Disney Expert
What you should contact me for:
DJ joined CSM in 2025. He is originally from Danville, Virginia & graduated from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA in 2013. He has called North Carolina home since 2015 & enjoys music, movies, pizza, board games, being outside, & spending time with friends & family.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A dolphin!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog person, but I also like cats that act like dogs!
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Fun events & experiences with the team!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
House flipping!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Kind, fun, and loud! haha
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy!
If you were a genre of music, what would it be?
Punk rock!
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Bring your pet to work!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Club sub from Jersey Mike’s!
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
“Go DJ! That’s my DJ!”
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Pizza for sure!
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Worst enemy! I’m too extroverted to be alone! Plus, I think we could reconcile and become best friends!
Unofficial Job Title: The Riddler
What you should contact me for:
Jungsue graduated from North Carolina State University in 2021 with a degree in Communications. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, but moved to Apex, North Carolina when she was a baby. She loves naps, animation movies and shoes.
Do you have any nicknames?
Jsue
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
sooooosheeeeeee
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is ___________.
Anger is an emotion, not a reaction.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve ____________.
snacks, boba, desserts, all da foods
My favorite word in the English language is _____________.
flabbergasted.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ____________ when I grew up.
Pediatric Surgeon.
If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?
Farfelle/bow-tie, they’re just cute and fun to eat ya know?
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is _____________.
lay on the floor.
Unofficial Job Title: The Pink Lady
What you should contact me for:
Nikki has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2024. She is born and raised in Raleigh, and even stayed local to earn a degree from NC State with a major in Business Marketing. She and her husband, John, got married on June 5th, making three generations in her family to be married on this date! They have a bird dog named Hank and just welcomed their first baby, Hatley. A week after they brought Hatley home from the hospital, they got chickens! While Hank loves Hatley, he does not love the chickens.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Lover of all dogs!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
I wish I had a green thumb. I love flowers and plants but keeping them alive and thriving is not my strong suit.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy. I’m half Italian (and half Polish). I visited Italy very briefly in high school but would love to go back to explore and really soak it in.
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Any Shania Twain song, but if I had to pick just one… Man I Feel Like a Woman!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Jimmy John’s Beach Club – add Jimmy Peppers!
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
No one can ever take away the skills you’ve learned along the way.
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Taylor Swift Scholar
What you should contact me for:
Emily joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2019. She grew up in the salt air near Topsail Island, NC, where she was enchanted to meet her husband in middle school. She graduated with a degree in Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology from Appalachian State University. When she’s not working hard on our agent’s websites, Emily likes to cuddle with her two dogs and two cats, hop on a cruise ship to anywhere tropical, paint portraits of her pets, or shake it off at a Taylor Swift concert.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A lion or any big cat. If not friendly, why friend shaped?
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
An actual princess…I know how high maintenance I am, and a diamond’s gotta shine!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I’m an animal person. I would cuddle with a crocodile if it’d let me.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Going to Vegas for Medicarians! Who knew Medicare could be so fun?!
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
Hyper-fixating – There Are Worse Vices
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
My kindle, my camera, and a paint set.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Spain, because naps are encouraged in the middle of the day. Can America please adopt the concept of siestas?
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Strawberry Wine by Deana Carter
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Taylor Swift. She hops from genre to genre with each album and you never know what you’re gonna get with me from day to day!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Turkey, bacon, and honey mustard on a croissant
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Sweet potatoes, they’re so versatile!
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Never say you are “JUST” [insert job title]. You ARE [insert job title] and you rock at it.
Unofficial Job Title: Playlist Aficionado
What you should contact me for:
Sarah has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since the summer of 2022. Originally from Clemmons, NC, Sarah graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2017 (Go Heels!) with a double major in Sports Administration and Political Science. She lives in Durham with her corgi pup, Quincy! When she’s off the clock she loves volunteering, going to concerts, planning her next trip, and trying new restaurants.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A capybara or a wombat. They look so cute!
If you started a business, what would it be?
A combined coffee, flower, and bagel shop that’s in a walkable neighborhood where it’s part of the community’s Saturday routine to stop by.
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Peacemaker, Funny, and Kind
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Germany so I could put my 7 years of learning the language to good use.
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
I’d take it back to the preschool days where you have a dedicated 30-minute nap time.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Let’s Get Loud – JLO
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Tacos because there are a ton of variations and they just never get old.
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Progress over perfection. Small, intentional, and daily steps will bring you to your goal. Don’t let the idea of failing keep you from moving forward.
Unofficial Job Title: Diet Coke Strategist/Thrift Queen
What you should contact me for:
Ashley joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2023. She is originally from Simsbury, Connecticut and attended the University of South Carolina, graduating with a degree in Hospitality Management. Ashley enjoys working out, reading, and searching for the “perfect find” at local thrift shops! When she is not working she is spending time with her husband and 3 kids – you can almost always find us at the pool during the summer!
Do you have any nicknames?
Ashley! Most people don’t know that my legal first name is Elizabeth, but I have never gone by it.
If you could have an all expense paid vacation, where would you go?
Turks and Caicos, but I would be happy visiting any tropical island!
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ________ when I grew up.
Veterinarian
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is __________.
Change into comfy clothes and hang out with my husband and kids!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A baby otter.. they are so cute!
If you started a business, what would it be?
Thrift shop or refurbished antique furniture
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
Woodworking or electrical. I love home improvement projects and get frustrated when I can’t do it myself!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Bye bye – Jo Dee Messina
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Italian Sub!
Unofficial Job Title: Mastermind of Mischief
What you should contact me for:
Brett has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2020 and studied graphic design at UNC-Chapel Hill. Go Heels! He and his wife, Grace, live in Cary, North Carolina, where they spend their time running, biking, climbing, and being a part of their church. Though he’s been a life-long distance runner, Brett finished his first marathon without training for several months beforehand. It was gruesome. Don’t ask him what his finishing time was. One other fun fact: He would get a small tattoo of the CSM icon if Dustin would pay for it. Please email Dustin to convince him to fund this endeavor.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
One of them flying squirrels, trained like a golden retriever to fetch anything.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
A tree, but the kind that Baby Groot is from Guardians of the Galaxy. Dancin’ in the midst of chaos.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I’m a dog person, but we have the best senior cat because we support adoption and we’re all about Medicare…
If you started a business, what would it be?
It’s been a dream of mine to be a published author, to write fiction novels that aren’t necessarily a series but an anthology (in a shared universes). Hopefully that would generate an income and please the shareholders!
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
When Molly got in trouble with the Mandalorian and Baby Yoda. Please ask her.
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
What the Zeck: How I Got This Way and Why I Am Not Sorry
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to mix music.
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
“He make design.” – Jax Bunn
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
Definitely not a volleyball named Wilson. So how about three volleyballs?
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Australia. I saw Kangaroo Jack once as a child. It has 9% on Rotten Tomatoes, but to be fair, it’s pretty incredible they got a real kangaroo to do all of that stuff… and they trusted him with $50,000 while filming, too! Amazing.
What is your go-to karaoke song?
I am not much for karaoke, but I do sing Tom’s Diner loudly in my car at least weekly.
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
This isn’t a genre, but I’d be a cross between Jon Bellion and Sum 41 sprinkled with some Switchfoot. IYKYK.
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A bumblebee (because we’re busy bees helping our agents) that closely resembles Dustin, but like, not in a scary way.
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
I hear Emily has a nice Z4 that needs testing… 🚙 💨
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Bow before the start of every new sentence when talking to anyone.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Bacon, turkey, avocado with greens and tomato on a tomato basil bread.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Choose Your Fighter by Ava Max from the Barbie movie.
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Dubai chocolate bars with pistachio and knafeh. Absolutely. SLAPS.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Both – I am my own worst enemy. God got me though. I gotta die to myself, ya hear?
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Live to the east of where you work, so you never have the sun in your eyes during your commute. ChatGPT told me this one. He doesn’t have eyes, so I have not taken his advice. I prefer to watch the sunrise to remember I am human and he is not. (My eyes hurt.)
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Chef / Culinary Expert
What you should contact for…
Anh-Tuan graduated from Virginia Tech with a Degree in Nutrition and then fell down the rabbit hole of the Food and Hospitality Industry for 11 years and became a professional chef that has done everything from wedding cake decorating to fine dining.
Now he’s been on a magical journey down the path of Graphic Design for about 4 years and continues to strive to be the best designer he can be! When he’s not stressing about his place in the universe, he loves spending time with his two cat children, Flaump and Katsu, lifting weights/being active, and binging an unhealthy amount of anime and video games lol.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
I would love to have a crow as a pet! Super smart and can hold a grudge for years if you offend them 🙂
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
a cat.
Naps whenever and judges people from high places.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I love both, but definitely a cat person!
If you started a business, what would it be?
An early morning Bread Bakery (called Holey Bread) that opens only on Sundays and aims at church goers. The tagline for the business is “Come Break Bread with Us” and opens early until we sell out.
Definitely one of those bakeries that when they run out, they run out. (builds more demand and interest, ya know?)
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
When I first started! That first day was so memorable, its almost as if I can remember it like it was yesterday!
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
The Life and Times of Anh-Tuan Tran: A deep dive into the duality of mankind and existential reality of overthinking everything.
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to play volleyball!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Resilient, Funny, Creative
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
A boat, someone who could drive that boat, extra fuel juuuuust in case.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy would be amazing! Gelato 3x a day!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Evanescence – Bring Me To Life
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Pop-Punk because it never was a phase, it’s a lifestyle.
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A turtle because they are wise, durable, and live a long time 🙂
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Dustin because I hear he has a really nice Porsche. (Cries in my 2010 CRV)
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Everyone has to refer to each other as “Chef” like in The Bear.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Imagine with me:
Sautéed Zucchini with fresh garlic, salt, and lemon zest.
Artichoke Spread.
Burrata.
Prosciutto.
Fresh Basil.
All on a perfectly toasted Ciabatta.
yup.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Everytime We Touch – Cascada
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Hotdogs are pretty amazing.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Definitely alone. Have you met people?
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
“There are no tears in the kitchen.”
Unofficial Job Title: Cookie Curator
What you should contact me for:
Laney joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2021. She grew up in Pittsboro, North Carolina and then moved to Raleigh for several years to attend Meredith College, where she got her degree in graphic design. She and her husband moved back to Pittsboro after college and love living near Jordan lake and the small town they adore so much.
Laney loves spreadsheets, which her job entails many of, but also loves to get creative, like with her cakes and cookies! Yumm! Aside from baking and running several small businesses, Laney loves to spend time with her husband and her Dachshund pupper Dixie!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
If I could have a farm of wild animals as pets, I would have so many! If I have to pick, I would pick a fox.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog!
If you started a business, what would it be?
Wedding Venue
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Australia is such a beautiful place and has always been a place I would love to visit. I think it offers so much! I also think it would be fun to experience the opposite seasons.
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Country! It really embodies my lifestyle.
What is your favorite quote?
You’ll have
Good Days
Bad Days
Overwhelming Days
Too Tired Days
I’m Awesome Days
I Can’t Go on Days
And every day you’ll still show up
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be _______________.
Flying
Unofficial Job Title: Automations Wizard
Jax has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since April of 2024. He is currently pursuing a Business Entrepreneurship degree at NC State with an expected graduation date of Spring 2026. Go pack! Jax grew up in Raleigh and enjoys golf and pickleball, as well as offshore fishing.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A monkey, duh!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog person!
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Any Mexican food!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
“He is intern” – Brett Zeck
Unofficial Job Title: Personality Hire
What you should contact me for:
I love to create, to build, and to see others thrive! If it’s effective, efficient, and productive, I want to be a part of it.
Toilet paper: over or under?
Over… Under… On the floor… I don’t care!
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Sushi, of course… because who doesn’t love raw fish?!
What is your life motto?
Go big or go home!
What is your favorite quote?
Perfection is the enemy of profitability. – Mark Cuban
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is __________________.
Don’t get a tattoo around your belly button. You’ll hate it when you’re older.
What advice would you give a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars?
Don’t waste your time worrying about failing. Everybody fails at something – it’s healthy for perseverance and grit.
My favorite word in the English language is __________________.
Bubbles…. because there’s no angry way to say it.
What’s the most inspiring part of your job?
Perpetual investment. I get to use my gifts and strengths to serve my team. and they use their gifts and strengths to serve our agents. When they thrive, they get to use their gifts and strengths to serve their customers.
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________________.
Driving super fast and never getting a ticket.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a __________________ when I grew up.
A race car driver
Unofficial Job Title: Office Stepmom
What you should contact me for:
Anna-Kristian has been working with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2010 and has had the pleasure of welcoming and getting to know many of our agents over the years. Anna is married to Chris Howell, VP of Operations, and they have worked together here at CSM for the last 10 years. They have four children, Cainan, Adaline, Oakland and Atley! Anna spends her days either chasing them around, working or trying to keep her house clean!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A dolphin!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
100% dog person!
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
any tropical one!
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
All I do is Win by DJ Khalid 😁
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Brownies 🤤
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy! I’m pretty sure being alone would just make me crazy!
Unofficial Job Title: Office Dad
What you should contact me for:
Chris joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2014. He enjoys serving our agents and helping them succeed in their careers. He is married to Anna who is also a part of our team. Chris was born and raised in Texas, and has called North Carolina home since 2010. When he is not at work you can find him running after his four young kids and finding any excuse to go to the beach.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A chimpanzee or a dolphin.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I am a dog person but cats are cool too.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
The annual Medicare Exchanges have to be some of my favorite memories of working at CSM. It’s so much fun getting to see all of our agents together in one place!
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Maldives.
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Brett, definitely Brett.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
A spicy chicken sandwich.
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Fajitas, with chips and salsa.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
100% alone.
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Control what you can control.
Unofficial Job Title: Queen Bee
What you should contact me for:
Becca has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2014. Born and (mostly) raised in Champaign, IL, Becca stuck around her hometown to study Industrial Design at the University of Illinois. At age 20 she married her Army sweetheart, Brent, and they now reside in Apex with their 3 young children.
What’s the strangest talent you have?
I can mimic a car alarm noise.
Do you have any interesting phobias?
Crippling fear of driving off a bridge into water
Toilet paper: over or under?
Over
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Tacos
If you could have an all expense paid vacation, where would you go?
Milan, Italy
What is your favorite book or book series?
Mark of the Lion Series, Francine Rivers
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve _________.
20 kittens
My favorite word in the English language is _________.
Precious/creepy
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be _________.
Omniscience
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a _________ when I grew up.
News anchor
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is _________.
Hug my kids
What you should contact me for:
Katie has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since May 2013. She gives leadership to our Finance and Accounting Department and loves being able to use her gifts to serve our agents! Katie and her husband Jason have three kids: Holt, Annie, and Parks, and they live in Apex, NC. In her free time, you can find her in the gym or around a local sports facility cheering on her kids.
Toilet paper: over or under?
Under
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Tacos all the way, or brownies 🙂
What is your life motto?
Do hard things.
What is your favorite book or book series?
Harry Potter (I’m about 20 years late to the trend.)
What advice would you give a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars?
Love others well, work hard, and take some time to have fun.
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________________.
Rapid cleaning of my house
Unofficial Job Title: Reverend Beach Bum
What you should contact me for:
Jerod joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2020. Jerod grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, and graduated with a degree in marketing and a minor in Spanish from UNC-Wilmington. He has been married for 16 years and has 3 kids. Being born in Kearney, Nebraska, and having Kearney-native family makes him a big Nebraska Cornhusker fan. Go Cornhuskers!
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ___________ when I grew up.
Professional basketball player
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be __________.
Flying
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
Sushi, as long as it’s not gas station sushi
What is your life motto?
Sky’s the limit!
What are your favorite hobbies?
I have 3 kids…
Unofficial Job Title: Vibes Coordinator
What you should contact me for:
Molly has been a part of Carolina Senior Marketing since 2018. Originally from Taylorsville, North Carolina, Molly graduated from Meredith College in 2016 with a degree in Sociology. She now lives in Holly Springs, NC, with her husband, Jake, and their three cats (You’re not crazy until you have more than five for the record). When she’s not helping agents with onboarding or contracting, she can be found at a local coffee shop, checking a music venue off her bucket list or secretly taking care of your desk plants behind your back.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I didn’t choose the cat life, the cat life chose me.
If you started a business, what would it be?
Coffee/flower/book shop by day, music venue by night.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Driving jeeps with Agent Pipeline at The Greenbrier!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to play the harmonica and sign language.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Turkey!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Islands in the Stream by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton
Unofficial Job Title: Snack and Candy Enthusiast
What you should contact me for:
I am from a small town in Southern California called Los Angeles (you probably haven’t heard of it). I graduated from NC State, but married into a die-hard Michigan family – go Pack and go Blue! I have a Golden Retriever named Calvin whom we love and spoil rotten. You can find me exploring local restaurants/coffee shops or binge watching reality TV!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I am and will always be a dog person.
If you started a business, what would it be?
A restaurant that only serves various chips and dips. That way you don’t have to feel bad about filling up on chips and salsa before your meal comes! Salsa, queso, spinach & artichoke dip…you name it, we’ll have it.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Our first in-person Medicare Exchange post Covid! It was such a good time!
Chris running into a glass wall at work is a close second, though…sorry Chris, but I still laugh about it to this day (for the record, he was okay!).
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Man! I Feel Like a Woman! by Shania Twain
Unofficial Job Title: Diet Coke Strategist/Thrift Queen
What you should contact me for:
Ashley joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2023. She is originally from Simsbury, Connecticut and attended the University of South Carolina, graduating with a degree in Hospitality Management. Ashley enjoys working out, reading, and searching for the “perfect find” at local thrift shops! When she is not working she is spending time with her husband and 3 kids – you can almost always find us at the pool during the summer!
Do you have any nicknames?
Ashley! Most people don’t know that my legal first name is Elizabeth, but I have never gone by it.
If you could have an all expense paid vacation, where would you go?
Turks and Caicos, but I would be happy visiting any tropical island!
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ________ when I grew up.
Veterinarian
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is __________.
Change into comfy clothes and hang out with my husband and kids!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A baby otter.. they are so cute!
If you started a business, what would it be?
Thrift shop or refurbished antique furniture
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
Woodworking or electrical. I love home improvement projects and get frustrated when I can’t do it myself!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Bye bye – Jo Dee Messina
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Italian Sub!
Unofficial Job Title: The Riddler
What you should contact me for:
Jungsue graduated from North Carolina State University in 2021 with a degree in Communications. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, but moved to Apex, North Carolina when she was a baby. She loves naps, animation movies and shoes.
Do you have any nicknames?
Jsue
Would you rather have unlimited sushi for life or unlimited tacos for life?
sooooosheeeeeee
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is ___________.
Anger is an emotion, not a reaction.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve ____________.
snacks, boba, desserts, all da foods
My favorite word in the English language is _____________.
flabbergasted.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ____________ when I grew up.
Pediatric Surgeon.
If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?
Farfelle/bow-tie, they’re just cute and fun to eat ya know?
When I get home from work, the first thing I do is _____________.
lay on the floor.
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Disney Expert
What you should contact me for:
DJ joined CSM in 2025. He is originally from Danville, Virginia & graduated from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA in 2013. He has called North Carolina home since 2015 & enjoys music, movies, pizza, board games, being outside, & spending time with friends & family.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A dolphin!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog person, but I also like cats that act like dogs!
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Fun events & experiences with the team!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
House flipping!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Kind, fun, and loud! haha
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy!
If you were a genre of music, what would it be?
Punk rock!
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Bring your pet to work!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Club sub from Jersey Mike’s!
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
“Go DJ! That’s my DJ!”
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Pizza for sure!
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Worst enemy! I’m too extroverted to be alone! Plus, I think we could reconcile and become best friends!
Unofficial Job Title: Company Cheerleader
What you should contact me for:
Jen joined the Carolina Senior Marketing team in 2021. She was born and raised in Durham, NC and now lives in Raleigh. Jen loves the way the Triangle has changed in her lifetime! She graduated from Wake Forest University and now has daughters at UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State, so she torn on who to cheer for in the ACC. She and her husband have four kids and spend most afternoons watching their teenage boys play soccer, baseball and tennis!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
a hedgehog stuffed animal that comes to life – cuddly, small and clean . Hedgehogs are so adorable, but I imagine they’re the worst cuddlers!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Can you be neither and still have friends on the CSM staff?
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
That’s a pretty long list – singing, skiing, cake decorating, being athletic, photography, interior design
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Intentional, Thoughtful, Problem Solver
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy – Beautiful beaches, wine country, cities, history, and incredible food
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Easy – I’d be Emily, as long as it came with her skill set. Videos, photos, editing, and design
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Club sandwich on croissant with avocado and bacon
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy because I’ll need help to survive!
Unofficial Job Title: The South African
What you should contact me for:
Jeanine joined Carolina Senior Marketing in September 2024. She was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. She is married to Jason and they have 3 teenagers. They moved to the USA 3 years ago and although they are missing surfing as a family (East coast waves are tough) they have really enjoyed running the greenways, riding their bikes in Umstead and playing pickle ball. Given any opportunity they love heading down to Atlantic beach – having to choose between the beach and the mountains is new to them! As a family they love playing board games as well as outdoor games like spike ball, jingl and crossnet. At the end of a busy day you will find them on the couch watching Survivor.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Mmmmm…a dog person, but dogs that don’t shed hair!
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
My bible, a coffee machine and my running shoes
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A unicorn! In the short time I have worked at Carolina Senior Marketing I have noticed that it is a very unique company with a unique staff team … in today’s society CSM feels like a unicorn and I am so thankful I get to be part of this team
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Probably gem squash…it is similar to acorn squash
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
With my worst enemy… I do love time alone, but I love people more. I am pretty sure that I would be able to make friends with my worst enemy
Unofficial Job Title: The Pink Lady
What you should contact me for:
Nikki has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2024. She is born and raised in Raleigh, and even stayed local to earn a degree from NC State with a major in Business Marketing. She and her husband, John, got married on June 5th, making three generations in her family to be married on this date! They have a bird dog named Hank and just welcomed their first baby, Hatley. A week after they brought Hatley home from the hospital, they got chickens! While Hank loves Hatley, he does not love the chickens.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Lover of all dogs!
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
I wish I had a green thumb. I love flowers and plants but keeping them alive and thriving is not my strong suit.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy. I’m half Italian (and half Polish). I visited Italy very briefly in high school but would love to go back to explore and really soak it in.
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Any Shania Twain song, but if I had to pick just one… Man I Feel Like a Woman!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Jimmy John’s Beach Club – add Jimmy Peppers!
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
No one can ever take away the skills you’ve learned along the way.
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Taylor Swift Scholar
What you should contact me for:
Emily joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2019. She grew up in the salt air near Topsail Island, NC, where she was enchanted to meet her husband in middle school. She graduated with a degree in Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology from Appalachian State University. When she’s not working hard on our agent’s websites, Emily likes to cuddle with her two dogs and two cats, hop on a cruise ship to anywhere tropical, paint portraits of her pets, or shake it off at a Taylor Swift concert.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A lion or any big cat. If not friendly, why friend shaped?
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
An actual princess…I know how high maintenance I am, and a diamond’s gotta shine!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I’m an animal person. I would cuddle with a crocodile if it’d let me.
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
Going to Vegas for Medicarians! Who knew Medicare could be so fun?!
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
Hyper-fixating – There Are Worse Vices
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
My kindle, my camera, and a paint set.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Spain, because naps are encouraged in the middle of the day. Can America please adopt the concept of siestas?
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Strawberry Wine by Deana Carter
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Taylor Swift. She hops from genre to genre with each album and you never know what you’re gonna get with me from day to day!
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Turkey, bacon, and honey mustard on a croissant
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Sweet potatoes, they’re so versatile!
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Never say you are “JUST” [insert job title]. You ARE [insert job title] and you rock at it.
Unofficial Job Title: Playlist Aficionado
What you should contact me for:
Sarah has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since the summer of 2022. Originally from Clemmons, NC, Sarah graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2017 (Go Heels!) with a double major in Sports Administration and Political Science. She lives in Durham with her corgi pup, Quincy! When she’s off the clock she loves volunteering, going to concerts, planning her next trip, and trying new restaurants.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A capybara or a wombat. They look so cute!
If you started a business, what would it be?
A combined coffee, flower, and bagel shop that’s in a walkable neighborhood where it’s part of the community’s Saturday routine to stop by.
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Peacemaker, Funny, and Kind
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Germany so I could put my 7 years of learning the language to good use.
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
I’d take it back to the preschool days where you have a dedicated 30-minute nap time.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Let’s Get Loud – JLO
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Tacos because there are a ton of variations and they just never get old.
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Progress over perfection. Small, intentional, and daily steps will bring you to your goal. Don’t let the idea of failing keep you from moving forward.
Unofficial Job Title: Mastermind of Mischief
What you should contact me for:
Brett has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since 2020 and studied graphic design at UNC-Chapel Hill. Go Heels! He and his wife, Grace, live in Cary, North Carolina, where they spend their time running, biking, climbing, and being a part of their church. Though he’s been a life-long distance runner, Brett finished his first marathon without training for several months beforehand. It was gruesome. Don’t ask him what his finishing time was. One other fun fact: He would get a small tattoo of the CSM icon if Dustin would pay for it. Please email Dustin to convince him to fund this endeavor.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
One of them flying squirrels, trained like a golden retriever to fetch anything.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
A tree, but the kind that Baby Groot is from Guardians of the Galaxy. Dancin’ in the midst of chaos.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I’m a dog person, but we have the best senior cat because we support adoption and we’re all about Medicare…
If you started a business, what would it be?
It’s been a dream of mine to be a published author, to write fiction novels that aren’t necessarily a series but an anthology (in a shared universes). Hopefully that would generate an income and please the shareholders!
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
When Molly got in trouble with the Mandalorian and Baby Yoda. Please ask her.
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
What the Zeck: How I Got This Way and Why I Am Not Sorry
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to mix music.
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
“He make design.” – Jax Bunn
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
Definitely not a volleyball named Wilson. So how about three volleyballs?
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Australia. I saw Kangaroo Jack once as a child. It has 9% on Rotten Tomatoes, but to be fair, it’s pretty incredible they got a real kangaroo to do all of that stuff… and they trusted him with $50,000 while filming, too! Amazing.
What is your go-to karaoke song?
I am not much for karaoke, but I do sing Tom’s Diner loudly in my car at least weekly.
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
This isn’t a genre, but I’d be a cross between Jon Bellion and Sum 41 sprinkled with some Switchfoot. IYKYK.
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A bumblebee (because we’re busy bees helping our agents) that closely resembles Dustin, but like, not in a scary way.
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
I hear Emily has a nice Z4 that needs testing… 🚙 💨
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Bow before the start of every new sentence when talking to anyone.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Bacon, turkey, avocado with greens and tomato on a tomato basil bread.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Choose Your Fighter by Ava Max from the Barbie movie.
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Dubai chocolate bars with pistachio and knafeh. Absolutely. SLAPS.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Both – I am my own worst enemy. God got me though. I gotta die to myself, ya hear?
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
Live to the east of where you work, so you never have the sun in your eyes during your commute. ChatGPT told me this one. He doesn’t have eyes, so I have not taken his advice. I prefer to watch the sunrise to remember I am human and he is not. (My eyes hurt.)
Unofficial Job Title: Resident Chef / Culinary Expert
Anh-Tuan graduated from Virginia Tech with a Degree in Nutrition and then fell down the rabbit hole of the Food and Hospitality Industry for 11 years and became a professional chef that has done everything from wedding cake decorating to fine dining.
Now he’s been on a magical journey down the path of Graphic Design for about 4 years and continues to strive to be the best designer he can be! When he’s not stressing about his place in the universe, he loves spending time with his two cat children, Flaump and Katsu, lifting weights/being active, and binging an unhealthy amount of anime and video games lol.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
I would love to have a crow as a pet! Super smart and can hold a grudge for years if you offend them 🙂
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was…
a cat.
Naps whenever and judges people from high places.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I love both, but definitely a cat person!
If you started a business, what would it be?
An early morning Bread Bakery (called Holey Bread) that opens only on Sundays and aims at church goers. The tagline for the business is “Come Break Bread with Us” and opens early until we sell out.
Definitely one of those bakeries that when they run out, they run out. (builds more demand and interest, ya know?)
My favorite memory while working at CSM is…
When I first started! That first day was so memorable, its almost as if I can remember it like it was yesterday!
If you were to write a memoir about your life, what would you title it?
The Life and Times of Anh-Tuan Tran: A deep dive into the duality of mankind and existential reality of overthinking everything.
What is a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
How to play volleyball!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
Resilient, Funny, Creative
What three items would you bring with you on a deserted island?
A boat, someone who could drive that boat, extra fuel juuuuust in case.
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Italy would be amazing! Gelato 3x a day!
What is your go-to karaoke song?
Evanescence – Bring Me To Life
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Pop-Punk because it never was a phase, it’s a lifestyle.
If the company had a mascot, what would it be and why?
A turtle because they are wise, durable, and live a long time 🙂
If you could swap roles with anyone at the company for one day, who would it be?
Dustin because I hear he has a really nice Porsche. (Cries in my 2010 CRV)
If you could make an office rule that everyone had to follow for a day, what would it be?
Everyone has to refer to each other as “Chef” like in The Bear.
What is your favorite type of sandwich?
Imagine with me:
Sautéed Zucchini with fresh garlic, salt, and lemon zest.
Artichoke Spread.
Burrata.
Prosciutto.
Fresh Basil.
All on a perfectly toasted Ciabatta.
yup.
Imagine you are a professional baseball player. What is your introduction song?
Everytime We Touch – Cascada
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Hotdogs are pretty amazing.
You are stranded on a remote desert island. Are you alone or with your worst enemy?
Definitely alone. Have you met people?
What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten at work?
“There are no tears in the kitchen.”
Unofficial Job Title: Cookie Curator
What you should contact me for:
Laney joined Carolina Senior Marketing in 2021. She grew up in Pittsboro, North Carolina and then moved to Raleigh for several years to attend Meredith College, where she got her degree in graphic design. She and her husband moved back to Pittsboro after college and love living near Jordan lake and the small town they adore so much.
Laney loves spreadsheets, which her job entails many of, but also loves to get creative, like with her cakes and cookies! Yumm! Aside from baking and running several small businesses, Laney loves to spend time with her husband and her Dachshund pupper Dixie!
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
If I could have a farm of wild animals as pets, I would have so many! If I have to pick, I would pick a fox.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog!
If you started a business, what would it be?
Wedding Venue
If you could live in a different country for a year, which country would you choose?
Australia is such a beautiful place and has always been a place I would love to visit. I think it offers so much! I also think it would be fun to experience the opposite seasons.
If you were a genre of music, what would it be and why?
Country! It really embodies my lifestyle.
What is your favorite quote?
You’ll have
Good Days
Bad Days
Overwhelming Days
Too Tired Days
I’m Awesome Days
I Can’t Go on Days
And every day you’ll still show up
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be _______________.
Flying
Unofficial Job Title: Automations Wizard
Jax has been with Carolina Senior Marketing since April of 2024. He is currently pursuing a Business Entrepreneurship degree at NC State with an expected graduation date of Spring 2026. Go pack! Jax grew up in Raleigh and enjoys golf and pickleball, as well as offshore fishing.
Which unconventional animal do you wish you could have as a pet?
A monkey, duh!
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dog person!
You can only eat one food again for the rest of your life. What is it?
Any Mexican food!
Share three words that your close friends would use to describe you.
“He is intern” – Brett Zeck
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Address: 3020 Carrington Mill Blvd. Suite 450, Morrisville, NC 27560
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