What do you do?
I am a full-time employee at Mayo Clinic and currently working in Cardiology IT as a Senior Project Manager. I am also an entrepreneur and started Eureka Kids childcare center in July 2018 along with my husband.
How are you involved in the Rochester, MN community?
I came to America from India with great expectations, and was amazed with opportunities presented to me at every stage. I love Rochester, its diverse community, and always wanted to give back to the community in some form. We struggled finding quality childcare for our own kids, so thought of starting SMARTER childcare that can provide a clean, safe facility as well as a fun-based learning environment for young kids.
Tell us a little bit about your family.
I have four amazing kids and a loving husband. They all keep me busy and I enjoy time with my family. I have two sons, ages 21 & 9, and two daughters ages 18 & 15, and our dog, Milo. I also have a large extended family back in India. My mother visits us mostly during summer to help us out.
How long have you lived in Rochester, MN?
I moved to the U.S. in 2014, lived in Dallas for a year, and then moved to Rochester, MN in September 2015. Now Rochester is my home.
What are you most proud of?
I am most proud of my family. I have successfully risen from difficult situations and achieved many accomplishments both in my personal and professional life. I always believed that everything is possible if you put your heart and sincere efforts into what you love.
What is your dream job?
I am happy that I am living my dream. I always wanted to work in a hospital setting where I can use my skills and passion to make a difference in peoples’ lives.
I always had a dream to start my own business. My passion for kids combined with my dream, and a supporting partner led to the birth of Eureka Kids, which has been truly satisfying and something that I am proud of.
Nomination:
Hema is driven by her passion to provide childcare through her center, care that is uncompromising, care that is evidently set apart from other places around town. Along with being a successful entrepreneur, she also works full-time at Mayo and balances her work and life at home with a husband, 4 kids, 1 dog and innumerable visitors from overseas. She is the most humble person I have come across, one who easily forgives and graciously gives.
