As the Executive Director at Shenandoah Valley Technology Council (SVTC), I lead and manage a nonprofit organization that supports and connects the tech community in the region. I have over 20 years of experience in various fields, including compliance, retail, and small business ownership, which have equipped me with a diverse and valuable skill set for translating, integrating, and advising individual aspirations and large organizational visions.My core competencies include process improvement, mentoring, problem solving, translating, integrating, and advising. I have a JD from George Mason University, a BA in Philosophy from UNC Asheville, and a certificate in Contemplative Psychotherapy from Nalanda Institute, which enable me to approach challenges from multiple perspectives and offer holistic solutions. My mission is to actualize strategic plans by focusing on the process, which is the path to achieving goals. I am passionate, creative, and adaptable, and I strive to empower and inspire others to reach their full potential.