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My Background

I am...

A Translator

I excel at bridging gaps between diverse fields of knowledge. With a knack for simplifying complex concepts, I facilitate understanding and collaboration among specialists.

A Connector

I am a cross-industry generalist who thrives on building relationships and networks across various sectors. My ability to bring people together fosters collaboration and innovation, creating opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed.

A Systems Thinker

I am a skill-based generalist who understands and navigates complex systems with ease. I excel at identifying interconnections and patterns, enabling them to analyze problems holistically and develop effective, sustainable solutions.

An Innovator

I embrace creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to drive change. I am passionate about exploring new ideas and possibilities, often leading to groundbreaking solutions that challenge the status quo.

The details:

Over 20 years of experience in the non-profit, education, and career sectors
External engagement aficionado--I help bridge gaps and translate among different audiences
A collaborator who can galvanize disparate perspectives
Doer and decision maker
Operational guru

What else?

I was appointed by the Governor of Iowa to serve on the Iowa Arts Council board of directors serving the Department of Cultural Affairs. In this role, I serve as a grant reviewer and grant decision maker, advocate for the arts, and representative of the Department in community and state events.

I served as the Children's Ministry Director for our congregation. This ministry serves our newborns through Grade 5 children through a variety of programs, classes, events, and outreach.

I am a board member of the Amana Arts Guild. This non-profit organization serves to encourage a climate in which the arts flourish and to preserve local cultural heritage. In 2021, I helped the board launch a new retail art gallery to increase the impact and reach of our mission.

I volunteer with several organizations including:

American Heart Association
Disaster Relief Organization
Girl Scouts
Central Furniture Rescue

Personally:

Renovation junkie

Organizational maniac

Hopeless romantic

Event planner extraordinaire