Preservation professional involved in all aspects of architectural history, conservation planning and historic museum administration. Masters of Science in Historic Preservation from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Vice Chair of City of Evanston Preservation Commission, Director of Facilities, Visitor Services and Collections at National Historic Landmark history museum, President, Board of Directors of second NHL house museum, previous experience in advertising and real estate. Possessing a thorough understanding of community and how it relates to the built environment, non-profit management and how to build collaborative partnerships towards increasing funding and expanded audiences. Extensive experience working with city government and interfacing preservation with the public. Authored several books on architectural history and often speaks publicly on related topics.