Tech Toys and programs are her jam. She's developed numerous programs in esports, drones, robotics, and design. She routinely shares her knowledge at conferences and virtually in monthly meetings with Intel, our California state-wide esports group, and the Collaborative of Large Districts across the US.
She has been featured at NAECAD, TCEA, FETC, and ISTE as an expert in esports program development and implementation. She's also been featured in articles and/or podcasts by NAECAD, CDW, ISTE, and Intel and have sat on several panels as an educational esports expert for these same entities.
She is the former 2022 NAECAD HS Esports Director of the Year and a 2023 finalist for the FUSD Managerial Educator of the Year and the 2024 *thegameHERS Guardian of the Year.
She is an expert in Minecraft Education, Minecraft Esports, a Minecraft Mentor & Ambassador, Minecraft Certified Educator, and Trainer, and the facilitator for the Minecraft Esports Teacher Academy cohorts.
Implementing processes and systems for maximum program, project, and team efficiency is her specialty. She executes every detail of her project, exceeding expectations. Her passion is empowering teams and creating programs that thrive.
Trained in interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, team & organizational development, and program management; She's a rare breed of an influencing manager, systems implementation expert, and skilled presenter. With 30 years of experience in training, facilitating, coaching, mentoring, and delivering presentations, She has the ability to visualize the project, create the essential material, and deliver interactive high-skilled presentations and workshops that fulfill the client's needs.
Honesty, integrity & loyalty, are characteristics she values and inspires within the teams and organizations she influences. She is exceptionally detailed, organized, logical, and energetic. Those she works with call her Wonder Woman because of her truthful character and ability to execute what seems impossible!
Connecting people with resources and opportunities to maximize their personal and professional growth is what drives her. She is a dedicated, passionate, and encouraging leader who enjoys empowering others to succeed.