Sami was born and raised in Juneau. After graduating with an Accounting degree from Oregon State University, she moved back to Juneau and worked for an accounting firm. She then decided to try another profession for a while and has been working as a Dental Assistant at Nizich Family Dental. She loves spending time with her family, friends, and dog, Gia. In her spare time, you can find her downhill skiing, playing softball, or exploring with Gia and her boyfriend, Josh.