About

Demetric Christian

I’ve always believed that knowledge is power and hard work always pays off. Setting goals, pushing oneself to achieve those goals, and surpassing one’s limits is an amazing feeling. I’m a firm believer that anyone can do anything, if only you try hard enough. My favorite cartoon as a kid was Scooby-Doo; you just can’t beat a good mystery, right? Growing up I always had an interest in technology; figuring out how and why things worked as they did was always an interest of mine. I studied PC hardware and software foundations at Northwest Career Center and obtained my A+ Certification, and upon graduating from Walnut Ridge High School, I was well equipped to begin work in the IT industry. Seeking a fresh start, 2 years later I moved to Orlando, FL at the age of 20. I knew that even without the usual support of family and friends, if I set goals for myself and worked hard, I could make it.

While in Florida, I studied Video Game Art at Full Sail University and although I excelled in the computer-based courses my traditional art skills left much to be desired. I mean, I hadn’t taken an art class since middle school, when I had already decided to study technology. Throughout my 20’s, I worked for major tech companies such as Apple, Rockwell Automation, and Verizon to name a few. While I did enjoy solving technical problems; I didn’t find happiness in those jobs due to lack of motivational reward and upward growth within the company. As I grew older, I found that more so than fixing technical problems, I have a strong desire to simply help and support those who are most in need. I wanted the freedom from constantly working behind a desk and having little time for myself and family, while also feeling undervalued and making someone else rich.

In 2019, on my 30th birthday I travelled to Japan for 1 week and was blown away by the sheer generosity and compassion of the Japanese people. I lost my phone on my 3rd day visiting but was quickly assisted in getting a replacement by the hosts who I was staying with. Even without cell phone service, and access to my map, translator, and other tools I realized that I had a knack for problem solving. I quickly learned how to navigate the subway and bus system and made the most of the remainder of my trip. Upon returning to the States, I vowed to find work that would not only make me a happier person but could also be a way to help those around me. The pandemic of 2020, and public slaying of George Floyd were a major push in helping me make a decision for the betterment of my future. I left my job at Verizon and decided to move back home to Columbus, OH where I could spend more time with my family. That’s when I found out about becoming a Notary Public.

I learned that I could serve my community, while also having more freedom to pursue my dreams. Ongoing education is vital in this role; one must be prepared to continuously educate themselves on various documents, local laws and policies, marketing strategies, business opportunities, and more. But I love it! It’s been challenging to completely pivot from one career path to another. However, I enjoy learning new things, and I was taught that you don’t know what you don’t know. This venture continues to teach me things that I never even knew about myself. Everyday I’m finding new ways to improve, and as my fictitious mentor and life coach Grandmaster Yoda would say - “Do or Do Not; There is No Try”.