What Does Being a Part of The Jim Allen Group Mean to You?
Mary Ann: We love working with the Jim Allen Group! Wayne and I work with our youngest son, Carl, at the Jim Allen Group We enjoy the people and the opportunities to help people.
Wayne: It is awesome to be part of the best. The knowledge and friendliness of the staff and other agents is unmatched and no one cares as much as Jim.
How Long Have You Called North Carolina Home?
Mary Ann: 37 years!
Wayne: 37 years
If You Had Unlimited Time and Resources, How Would You Spend Your Days?
Mary Ann: I would spend more time with our family and time at the beach.
Wayne: We would spend more time at the beach.
What’s Your Favorite Local Restaurant?
Mary Ann: We don’t eat out much, we just eat at home …but come on over!
Wayne: Don’t eat out enough to have a favorite
How Would You Describe Yourself in One Word, and Why?
Mary Ann: Wayne says I’m Awesome! So I assume he knows best!!
Wayne: Oh Lord its hard to be humble!
Asheville or Wilmington?
Mary Ann: Wilmington!!! We both love the beach!!
Wayne: Have always been a beach person, grew up 3 blocks from the Chesapeake Bay, lived on the 18th floor on the north side of Puerto Rico for 3 years so it would have to be Wilmington.
What Causes/Charities Do You Care About?
Mary Ann: We spent a lot of time and money at Hayes Barton United Methodist church. We began spending less time there when covid shut things down and I had a heart attack. We have not gotten back to it on a regular basis.
Wayne: Since Covid and moving I do not yet have a favorite cause or organization.
Who are the People (and Pets) that Keep You Motivated?
Mary Ann: First of all it’s my husband, Wayne! We’ve been married almost 51 years. Next, it is our children and grandchildren! We have 4 grown children and 6 grandchildren. They are the light of our life!
Wayne: Mary Ann and I have been married 50 years. We have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. They are the people that are most important to me.
