‘LL: How did you become involved with Everybody Wins?
JP: My company is a corporate partner and asked [employees to] volunteer. I go to a public school once a week during a student’s lunch break and read to my mentee. It’s also about encouraging them to read and a bit of mentorship; we talk and do things together. I’ve also started to serve as a liaison for my company and the program, encouraging others to volunteer. You could say I’m a “friend of” Everybody Wins. At least, that’s what they call me (laughs).
‘LL: You seem like quite the leader, but if you had to have anyone in a foxhole with you who would it be?
JP: Probably my best friend. She’s smart and quick on her feet, a fast thinker who can resolve things quickly.
‘LL: What’s the best advice you mother or father ever gave you?
JP: My mother let me know to never depend on a man for your survival and to always have a back-up plan. Basically be prepared and not depend on someone else, particularly in a relationship.
`LL: What would a guy be surprised to know about you?
JP: I am actually a mathematician at heart. I’ve always been really good at [it.] I’m always calculating and measuring in my head. I am very mathematical in the way I think and in my everyday life.