MALLARY CHAPMAN
My Pioneer: Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton is a pioneer as a female country music artist but she inspires me more because of her philanthropic work. She never forgot her humble roots and where she came from and she was committed to helping the people of her hometown. Inspired by her own father’s inability to read, Dolly founded the Imagination Library in 1995. What started out providing books to preschoolers in her hometown, this program now provides 1 book a month for children until the age of 5 in 5 countries, distributing over 2 million books a month.
What makes Dolly a Pioneer is that she didn’t let her past define her. She had a dream and she followed it, even with the road being bumpy along the way. While not always easy, she kept going. And while she was becoming a big star, she also never forgot that community that she grew up in. She believes in the future of our children and invests in those dreams. I think she embodies all of the Omlie values including pursuing wonder and cultivating joy.
About Mallary
DISC Type:
Dove, Owl
Location:
Tennessee
About Me:
Simplifying processes and creating SOPs are some of my favorite tasks to help a business run smoothly. I love making to do lists and schedules for every aspect of my life. I am an avid reader—Send your thriller or romance suggestions my way! Baking is the most relaxing past time to me, and I usually show up to gatherings with cupcakes in tow.
Personal/Professional Goals:
Live with simplicity, Keep learning new things, Expand my comfort zone, Connect with people on a personal level and Be present in the moment
Favorite Vacation Spot:
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Favorite Dessert:
Cheesecake
Education:
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, BS—Business Administration: Entrepreneurship
On The Weekends:
On the weekends, you can always find me reading a book, baking something yummy, antiquing in our favorite spots, practicing my watercolor paint skills, or hiking with the family.