rising star

By Brandon Jerrell

people is enviable. Both qualities I have from her,” she explains.

Noel continues, “My dad was also very successful professionally in the banking industry, yet it is his discipline that I feel has shaped me personally. My dad has been an athlete all my life. His commitment to being an athlete is like no one I’ve ever known. I watched him accomplish goal after goal by being consistent and applying discipline to all aspects of his life. I think that my mom’s passion and ability to relate to anyone and my dad’s discipline are characteristics that have helped me be successful.”

Noel earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Appalachian State University and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of North Florida. “I met my husband, Tripp Miller, in college and we’ve been married 25 years.” She adds that Tripp is a fourth generation Jacksonvillian and is an incredible resource to her.