I spent years in specialty pharma and biotech sales — earning trust with some of the most demanding physicians in the world. I learned how to read a room, make people feel like the most important person at the table, and show up prepared for anything. Turns out that's exactly what it takes to host a great game of Mahjong.

I decided to make this leap — not because it was safe — because it lit me up.

I've called Austin home since 2001. Married to Jim since 1998, mom of three, labradoodle co-pilot, and about to run my 15th marathon in London. We chase experiences: Morocco, Vietnam, the Arctic Circle, Japan, Cape Town. Inspiration lives beyond your everyday life. I believe that completely.

When my oldest — who is busy launching a few businesses of his own — nudged me to stop planning and start doing, I listened. Best advice I ever took.

itsaMahjing is what happens when 20+ years of competitive drive meets a genuine love of bringing people together. Come play.

Laurie has infectious energy and puts 100% into everything she does. I learned so much in her mahjong crash course and can't wait to see what's next with itsaMahjing!" — Kim, Austin TX