I’m a believer in the power of art. Driven by over twenty years of experience in the art museum field, I know that audiences and visitors respond best when their voices are heard and reflected in collections, programs and resources. In my current role as the Joan P. Brock Director of Education and Assistant Deputy Director for Art and Education at the VMFA, I lead by listening, caring and acting upon the needs of my team, which is propelled by the values of quality, collaboration, and being community-focused. I bring skills in teaching and dialogue facilitation, diverse program creation, strategic planning, grant writing, and arts advocacy. Through my work in the arts, I am searching for opportunities that create equity, connection, and understanding with visitors and ultimately each other.