Who i am

Originally from Roanoke, I attended Roanoke College for my Bachelor’s, graduating in 2010 and received my Master’s from Hollins University in 2013. I went on to study Hospitality and Tourism Management with a focus in Corporate Governance at Virginia Tech until 2015. In 2016, I moved to Radford with my oldest son and since that time, we have made Radford our home.

I think it is important to make the distinction that we have made Radford our home. I was not born in Radford, nor did I attend school but Radford became our home and it is where we are committed to staying because we love where we are.

I started working for Radford City Public Schools in 2020 and then became an adjunct faculty member at Radford University in the Parks and Tourism Department in 2022. My twins arrived in 2023 and I am now teaching as an adjunct faculty member in the Student Success department at RU.

I recently ran for the Radford City School Board in 2024. Not gaining a seat, I decided to continue my passion and determination for making a difference within my community by joining Community Works NRV and the Radford City Democratic Committee. In May, I was recognized as one of the ‘40 under 40’ by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce for my dedication to leadership and service in Radford. Myself and two other wonderful individuals from Community Life Church organized Radford’s Easter Egg Hunt in Bisset Park this past April as the city was not able to organize one.

I have sought to run for Commissioner as I believe that all citizens deserve an advocate in their corner. I have a fierce determination to work hard, serve our community and learn every facet of the Commissioner’s role. ‘Experience matters’ is a falsehood. It by no means gives an individual the right to say that they understand what the Commissioner’s office does on a daily basis simply because they work in another city department. Many constitutional officers come from varied backgrounds that give them the skill set that they need to learn their job and do it extremely well. I have been in touch with several Commissioners in our state and have started researching on even more ideas! Thinking outside the box with an open mind set is exactly what Radford needs right now.

Once again, thank you for your support and I look forward to serving Radford!