The Rest of the Story

I’m a problem solver  

I like facts, numbers and dates

I love Sedona and I love living here 

I’m well-traveled (22 countries,50 states) and have lived abroad broadening my perspective and understanding 

I’m well-educated (Master’s Sociology, University Kentucky; Master’s Human Centered Design and Engineering, University Washington; All But Dissertation PhD Sociology, University Illinois Urbana-Champaign)  

I have had an extensive career in technology development (Microsoft, Amazon, Sears Digital, Sainsbury’s Argos UK) 

I have led large teams focusing on understanding and solving people problems while always understanding the business of the business

I have 4 adult children (Ben, Nessa, Lea, Kesley), 3 dogs (Loki, Marlowe and Koko) and 1 husband (George) 

I have worked on council to keep our community vibrant, safe, healthy and a great place to live, work and visit

I believe community is important, even when we don't agree

I strive to be direct, honest, transparent and an active listener

I continue to believe that the best way to predict the future is to help create it