The Ox Agency

03/19/2026

Most counties don’t have a building problem.
They have a systems problem.

DeKalb County was no different.

What started as a space study turned into something much bigger. We uncovered safety risks, process gaps, fragmented departments, and no real ownership of long-term facilities strategy.

That’s the kind of stuff people feel every day, even when they don’t have the words for it yet.

So we did what we do.....
We dug in.
We asked hard questions.
We listened to the experts that do the work day in and day out.
We looked at the truth.
And we got to the root.

Because this was never just about buildings.
It was about people.
How they work.
How decisions get made.
How the public gets served.
And where the system is no longer supporting the mission, vision, or values.

That’s the work.

And if you know us, you know this already: We are not here to tell people what they want to hear.....We engage to share the truth about what needs to be faced, fixed, and led. That’s a big difference.

Too many organizations keep throwing space, people, or money at problems without ever addressing the system underneath it all. that is the best way to make chaos even more expensive!!!!

DeKalb County chose to face that head-on.
That takes leadership.
That takes honesty.
That takes courage.

I’m proud of this work.
I’m proud of the leaders in this community.
And I’m grateful for the trust and partnership.
Im grateful for the amazing team we have at The Ox Agency.

Now comes the gritty part:
Decision.
Ex*****on.
Follow-through.

Because NO DECISION...... is very much still a decision.

If your organization feels stuck, it’s probably not your people..... let's look deep at your systems ....... Until you're ready to face some truths.....nothing really changes.

AUBURN — The DeKalb County Commissioners Monday received the findings of a DeKalb County building space study.

02/06/2026

Here is another leadership pro tip- FUEL!!

You are human, you need fuel to function.

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01/06/2026

A little fun in the snow… Ambroile style ❄️

Travel back in time with me for a moment......
12 years ago.....

Snow as on the ground.
School was canceled.

Most people saw a snow day.
An unwanted disruption to their already packed schedule of a day.

My husband ... well, he saw an opportunity. (one that I myself almost missed if it wasn't for him!!!)

He called off work—not because he couldn’t work, but because he knew this mattered more. He fired up the four-wheelers, tied on sleds, and turned our quiet neighborhood into a full-blown winter memory factory. Our kids. The neighbor kids. Laughter echoing through the snow. Cold hands. Red cheeks. The smell of pure exhaust (yuck!) Stories they’ll tell forever.

Here’s what I want to say as his wife—and as someone who works with leaders every day:

👉 This is leadership.
I will say it louder for those in the back... THIS IS LEADERSHIP!!
Leadership isn’t just what happens in boardrooms, meetings, or metrics. It’s knowing when to press pause on productivity to invest in people. It’s understanding that the moments you create become the culture your family remembers. It’s having the courage to say, “This can wait.....They can’t.”

In business, he leads with intention, grit, and ownership.
At home, he leads with presence.
And that combination? That’s rare!!

I admire the man he is—not just for what he builds, but for WHO he builds it for. For choosing memories over productivity or motion. For showing our kids (and a few lucky neighbors) what it looks like when a leader shows up fully—boots in the snow, hands on the rope, heart all in.

This is the legacy, this is the why
And I’m grateful to witness it and for a partner who reminds me of our purpose and priority. 💙

10/13/2025

WE LOVE our Breasties! Thank you to USSI Heating and Cooling for the invite. We had an incredible night.

10/01/2025

Here We Are.....
Q4 isn't the time to coast—it's the time to double down.
This is the home stretch, where momentum is multiplied, and real s**t happens!
You've worked all year to make something great...
Now’s the time to finish stronger than you started.
Your Future...
It doesn’t wait.
And neither do we.
Don’t slow down. Level up. Double Down and....
Let’s go. 🚀"

06/25/2024

A year ago I was gifted this book by a client, peer and someone who has turned into a dear friend. I am gifted books often from peers in my circle. I am excited to read them to understand why the giver of the book thought I would enjoy the message in the readings. FINALLY, I was able to read this gem and my heart leaped when I knew that this book covers a part of the work we do together in Heroic Leadership! Thank You Clarissa for the great read and see the message!

I am leader in personal development, professional development, continuous growth and personal accountability. The work I do with clients through peer innovation, self discovery, adaptive behaviors, accountability and practical application elevates clients to optimal performance. If you are courageous and want just a snip it of how we grow and topics we cover…… tap into this quick read. If you have any questions, reach out to chat.

05/03/2024

Let this one sit in for a moment! Collaboration over competition my friends:)

01/01/2024

Happy New Year!!