Nancy has over 25 years of experience teaching and managing aspects of production networks, including Routing and Switching, Virtualization, Security, Windows Operating Systems, Windows Servers, and end-user support. She started her career in the Information Technology field as a Network Deployment Tech and moved up as Lead Network Engineer and IT Manager, designing, building, and managing complex networks all over the United States. Additionally, Nancy has taught thousands of students Network Management as a Cisco Teacher of Excellence and Microsoft Certified Trainer.She is an AI advocate and enthusiast who teaches AI Smart Teaching workshops across the United States. Nancy has a well-rounded expertise and solid experience, which is evident in her dedication to giving students purpose and reason on their educational journey. When not in the classroom, she enjoys being a Firefighter’s wife, mother to two beautiful girls, MIL to two handsome firefighters, and the best Gigi ever to her handsome grandsons and beautiful granddaughter.