Maria Hellijas

Where are you from, where have you lived, and where do you live now?

Schenectady, live in Scotia.

Where have you worked in your professional career and what did you do in those roles?

Rivers Casino – Hotel OPS/Front Desk, Moore Insurance – Admin/Agent.

Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies?

Crochet, baking, video games.

What is your favorite holiday?

Christmas – Time with family, decorating with the kids.

What sports do you enjoy watching or playing and who are your favorite teams?

Football, we have a family fantasy football league that’s fun.

What kind of music do you like, and what was the best concert you’ve attended?

Very varied, Nine Inch Nails or Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

What is your favorite movie and why?

Lord of the Rings, I want to live in the shire.

Do you have any pets?

Dog – A potato named Khadgar. He’s our hiking buddy and couch potato.

What book would you recommend to a friend to read and why?

There’s a whole list between me and my 2 best friends…its very long.

What are you most passionate about in your personal life? Professional life?

My kids and family/friends.

Describe your job in three sentences.

Office mom, keep track of everything and everyone, make sure they have what they need, provide support.

How does your education connect to your professional career?

I went to school for culinary (with focus on baking).

If you weren’t doing what you do today, what other job would you have?

Stay at home mom.

If you were to tell one person “Thank You” for helping me become the person I am today, who would it be and what did they do?

My Mom, for the constant love and support.

Are you a member of any professional organizations?

Daughters of the American revolution.

What have you always wanted to do and have you done it yet?

Travel – New Zealand, Europe, backpacking trip with Stephen and the kids when they are older.