I am the President and CEO for the Academy of Arts and Sciences Charter School (AAS), a system of five (5) charters authorized by five (5) authorizers, serving over 2,000 scholars throughout the State of California. I was named the CEO by the Board of Directors at their regular meeting in January 2016. Previously I had the honor of serving as Interim CEO, and prior to Interim CEO, held several positions on the Board of Directors, including President and Vice President.

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Michigan University in History and Political Science. I also have a Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate from Georgetown University and am a Certified Fundraising Executive. I am currently enrolled in the Educational Leadership program at San Diego State University, working towards a Master of Arts in Education, with a concentration in Educational Leadership and specialization in preK-12 and focus on technology.

I am a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity. I serve as the Young Professionals Giving Advisor for the Phi Kappa Tau Foundation. I am also a member of the El Dorado County Charter SELPA CEO Executive Committee and Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce and San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce Education & Workforce Development Committees, and previously served on the City of Howell Economic Development Council and George Mason University Department of Global and Community Health Advisory Committee.

I live in Thousand Oaks with my three (3) cats: Armoni, Cali and Franny, and dog Tiberius.