I’m a detail-oriented analyst with deep roots in West Virginia. My family has lived in this state for generations, and I want to ensure future generations can stay here to learn, build, and prosper as our ancestors did.
Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a passion for problem-solving and a stubborn resilience, especially in rural health and prevention work. Working in West Virginia has allowed me to build meaningful connections with communities while navigating real challenges: limited resources, systemic barriers, and the needs of populations that are too often overlooked. Rather than discouraging me, those obstacles have only sharpened my dedication to creating positive change.
I’m a lifelong learner at heart. My undergraduate degree is in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Police Administration, and I have minors in Sociology and History. My Master’s degree is in Leadership Studies with an emphasis in Higher Education and Public Administration, along with a minor in Appalachian Studies. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve worked across higher education and public administration in the public health sector.
Generation WV has given me the tools to grow as a professional and to apply those skills to my community by analyzing data, spotting trends, and building dashboards that bring the issues that need our attention into focus. My goal is simple: help surface the problems that matter most so West Virginia’s communities can thrive.