I’ve always loved learning about the world around me. That curiosity has taken me from Bali, where I became a certified yoga teacher, to training animal shelter volunteers, designing national publications, soldering engagement rings, and helping nonprofits and clinics build compassionate relationships with the communities they serve.

While my work has been varied, every experience has shaped me into a more thoughtful leader and engaged community member. I solve problems uniquely and like to approach scientific and community-driven work with an artist’s eye—curious, creative, and people-first. I value clear communication, evidence-based ideas, and building things that grow through trust, collaboration, and conversation.

When I’m not working, I can be found dancing to house music, mixed media art, cooking and plating, reading, binging classic movies, and spending time with my dog, Birdie.