I am the Program Director at High Sierra AHEC, proudly leading initiatives that support underserved communities and advance public health education. I hold a Master of Public Health from the University of Nevada, Reno. My academic and professional journey has been driven by a strong commitment to health equity and systems-level change. In addition to my degree, I am certified in Lean Six Sigma, a methodology that equips me with tools to improve processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance program outcomes, skills that are invaluable in managing multi-faceted community health programs and grant-funded initiatives.

 

Originally from a sleepy beach town on the Oregon Coast, I’ve called Reno home for the past 11  years. I’m passionate about advocacy and deeply aligned with High Sierra AHEC’s mission and values. I live by the motto "there’s no time like the present," and strive to make the most of every day. In my free time, I’m likely watching kung fu movies, binging true crime shows, singing loudly in the car, cheering on my son at little league, or soaking up the great outdoors.