Rose Gradé was born and raised in Los Angeles. At the age of 17, she left California to Florida on the Greyhound bus with $300 and no solid plan. Her adventurous spirit has led her to over 30 countries. Rose holds a bachelor's degree from the University of West Florida, and a master's from Hardin Simmons University, Texas. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and former Sp.Ed teacher. In addition to pursuing the arts, learning, traveling, and helping others are her passions.