Meet Zoie
Meet Zoie Nelson
Social Media and Marketing Lead
Her job is social, and luckily, so is she! A true social butterfly who has never met a stranger, Zoie brings her bubbly personality and love for connecting with people to her role as the Social Media & Marketing Manager. Next time you see Zoie around Heron House, don't be a stranger (although she probably won't let you be one anyway) — stop by, say hey.
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Family members and/or pets: An almost 6-year-old adopted mutt named Hank (the Tank)
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Education & professional background: Graduated from University of North Carolina Wilmington in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in Integrated Marketing Communications and from Western Carolina University in 2025 with a master's degree in Project Management.
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Favorite thing about mahjong: Putting away our phones and just getting to chat with my friends!
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Favorite line & section: 2026-specifically the last line!
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Game style: Risk taker!
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Go-to snack or drink at the table: M&M's and Goldfish of course-but in a layered pattern. With a crispy Diet Dr. Pepper.
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If you had a mahjong nickname, what would it be: Crak of the Party
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Why Heron House Mahjong: I initially signed up as a member to play mahjong more and grow within my skillset, but as soon as I walked in, I knew it was going to be more than that! Then to have the opportunity to be a part of the team? I knew I had to jump at it immediately-nobody gets this lucky twice!
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Favorite Heron House memory: Too many to name-but the late night Pajama Party event was a BLAST!
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Describe the Heron House vibe in 3 words: Light, fun, and silly!
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Early bird or night owl games? Neither-I am only functional between the hours of noon and 8 pm
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Favorite mahjong lesson that is actually a life lesson? It's better to pause and take a moment to look over everything than to not and regret it later down the line!
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What inspires me? I'm inspired by the little things! Whether it's a fun conversation, a new experience, a beautiful space, or a spontaneous idea, I find inspiration in everyday moments.
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Other hobbies? I love to read, try new foods, indoor spin, and of course-hang out with my friends
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My Happy place? My couch!
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My Favorite quote? The most wasted of days is one without laughter. -E.E. Cummings
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I want our guests to feel … welcomed with wide open arms!