In this presentation, Ava Ritter will share about her unexpected journey to success in an industry she never dreamed of entering and the lessons she learned along the way about following the opportunities placed in front of you whether you see them coming or not.

Arriving in Florida 3 years ago on the “get out of Dodge covid-bus” - now a permanent resident of Florida. She was a Senior Executive managing large scale trade shows and corporate events for the largest national events company. She now loves to walk, do yoga, create beach bags and is a beginner grandmother. She writes to inspire others. Speaks motivation as a second language and is leading a ministry program in SW Florida designing and installing custom bedrooms for children who were victims of Hurricane Ian.