That I love cycling, running, power walking, and used to teach a spin class at Downtown Lakeshore Athletic Club. I currently teach Master’s Swim at FFC in Oak Park. So, as you can see, my second career will involve some sort of athletic prowess. Actually, when I move onto said new career at 70 (only 41 years to go, ha!), I plan on opening up a biking/touring company and leading trips from Alaska to Chile. You wonder why I am telling you this? I thought it would be nice for you to know each of us and the life behind the recruiter you know (and love!)
Other things to tell you – I love wine, beer and margaritas. Okay, martinis too. I am married with a 14 month old son. As you know, we live in Forest Park and have for 6 years. Before starting Melinda Holm & Associates, I worked for another recruiting firm for 4 years. Then, I left and rode my bicycle around the country, pulling a trailer with a sleeping bag, tent and an army knife for protection. I rode for 5 months, from Atlanta to Key West, north to the Florida panhandle, west to Texas and then out to Utah, up to South Dakota and back to IL. I actually like to do a lot of long distance cycling and love riding TOMRV and RAGBRAI (if you know what those are, let’s ride!). I have a huge fondness for RAGBRAI as I am founding member of Team Bar Dogs, and met my husband on RAGBRAI. I do love Iowa!
So, I hope that gives you a sense of me and I look forward to getting to know you better too!
Have a great day!
- Melinda Peterson, President/Owner, Melinda Holm & Associates
