Significant experience in leadership, higher education and human development in both national and international arenas. Dual-track professional in the military and as a licensed/certified EMDR specialist and consultant. Expertise in areas associated with defense and security, leadership, human development and performance, and clinical counseling. A Navy female pioneer as a Navy Deep Sea Diving Officer and the first female diver selected to Flag rank, “I am an ardent advocate for women’s freedom to pursue whatever she chooses to do. She controls her own personal victories!”