The longest-standing team member of ORBA Cloud CFO, manager Carolyn Koonce this night owl turned morning person uses only the most understated-emojis. And has seven surprising… pets?
How long have you been working with ORBA Cloud CFO?
Carolyn Koonce (CK): Since Red Granite days in 2014, so for 7 years! (Red Granite LLC was acquired by ORBA Cloud CFO in 2016).
If you could only have three apps on your smartphone, which would you pick?
CK: Textra (for texting), My camera/photos, and Google Maps
Hidden talent?
CK: Once upon a time I could play a few instruments fairly well.
How can someone win a gold star with you?
CK: Problem solving and the willingness to try to figure things out always impresses and delights me.
Morning person or night owl?
CK: I used to be a night owl, but since having children I’ve been forced to become a morning person.
What’s your idea of a perfect day?
CK: Any time I can get out on the water with friends is a treat — add in a beer or two and it’s truly perfect.
Favorite Book/Podcast?
CK: The Judge John Hodgman podcast.
Do you have any pets?
CK: I currently have 7 tadpoles.
Favorite song/band?
CK: I can’t pick just one — but two of my favorites are the Talking Heads and Bill Callahan.
Least favorite household chore?
CK: Putting away laundry.
Which season is your favorite?
CK: Autumn
Last photo you took on your phone?
CK: I took a picture of my daughter’s toothless smile — her first tooth is coming in, so it won’t stay that way for long!
What’s your most-used emoji?
CK: It’s a 3-way tie between shrug, face palm and the big tooth grin. 😬
What fictional place would you most like to visit?
CK: I am a fan of Sci-Fi novels and would love to travel through space– specifically the version of space in The Expanse.
What energizes you/brings you excitement?
CK: Being with my closest friends/family
Truth: What was your go-to work from home outfit?
CK: Honestly, it was pretty much the same as it would have been if we were going into the office… if I don’t get dressed in the morning I don’t feel like my day has actually started!
Learn more about Carolyn Koonce’s professional experience in her team bio.
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