Professional Interests

I enjoy coaching and facilitating leaders to be the best, most authentic versions of themselves. I'm experienced in this and open to all types of leadership development programming & support.

I've built numerous departments and programs from the ground up and it is something I enjoy immensely. I love the opportunity to build something meaningful to solve an actual need or problem, that will make people's lives easier, better, or more fulfilling. I thrive on the collaboration and juggling that is involved in reaching success. 

As a seasoned HR professional and a person who was raised to value people's uniqueness, I look for ways to ensure inclusivity and equity. I've watched my mom endure disability discrimination and the children in my life struggle to fit in with neurodivergent brains. I constantly question my own inherent biases and seek other perspectives to check assumptions. I'm interested in furthering DEI initiatives through my work. 

I love to create! Content may be e-learning or it may be for an instructor-led session, or even hybrid. I like to think outside the box and try new things, test boundaries of what is expected and focus on learning that is both engaging AND effective. 

I've always been a forward thinker and curious learner when it comes to technology. I am eager to explore ways to use new and emerging technology to improve process, efficiency, and outcomes. I embrace technology and also am cautious not to overcomplicate things that can be kept simple and effective. 

And experienced facilitator, I enjoy presenting, speaking and facilitating in person with small and large groups, in person or virtually, both synchronously and asynchronously. I love engaging and interacting with learners and helping them find connections to make the topic meaningful to them. 

I've woven my passion for wholistic well-being and health throughout my career and would love to continue to do so. I serve on the Alaska Health Fair Board of Directors and am a formerly certified nutrition coach and massage therapist. I am an advocate for disability rights and rare disease awareness.