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About Me

I write to be able to learn, explore and share with others many topics that I am curious about. These may include new business ideas, politics, the environment, and social issues. I am a victim advocate and volunteer in court to assist children in foster care. 

To relax I enjoy being out in nature, whether that is gardening or hiking. I love dogs and have two that were adopted from the local "dog pound."

I get a great feeling of satisfaction from volunteering and have done so for many years. I have been a volunteer for the state of Georgia on the Child Abuse Prevention Treatment Act on the Children's Justice Act (CAPTA CJA) panel where I manage the group that makes recommendations to the state for projects to fund that relate to this topic.  

I also have volunteered for Carroll County CASA as a court-appointed special advocate to be the voice of foster children that are in foster homes for over ten years. 


Industries I Write About

Law & Politics

Business

Industrial

Health & Wellness

Education

My Writing Samples

The Way We Think About Gun Control Is Broken

The U.S. cannot keep ignoring the injuries and deaths happening daily in our country. This post gives readers a place to start to affect change for the better.

https://makeachangeproject.com/the-way-we-think-about-gun-control-is-broken/

The Hard Truth About Climate Change

This post describes the cost of not taking action on climate change and provides simple action steps people can take in their everyday lives to make a change.

https://makeachangeproject.com/the-hard-truth-about-climate-change/

What Most People Don't Understand About The Student Loan Debt Crisis

The student loan crisis has reached epic proportions. Many generations of college graduates are in debt for decades after getting out of school. This post provides a brief overview of the issues and numerus ways people can help themselves and others to change the way school is paid for.

https://makeachangeproject.com/what-most-people-dont-know-about-the-student-loan-debt-crisis/

Experience

Claims Support Supervisor

Supervisor of Customer Service and Advocates for the Crime Victims Compensation Program. Daily email communication to stakeholders across the state if Georgia. Prepare reports and presentations.

Company: Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

I worked there from 1/2016 until now

Writer

Writing blog posts and material related to social issues that affect or concern people in the United States.

Company: Make A Change Project

I worked there from 1/2018 until now

Victim Advocate

Working with victims in the courts to gather information and to ensure they understand case procedures and what to expect. Was there in capacity as an intern and later as a regular staff member upon graduation from MPA program. Wrote capstone project on the VOCA program and how these programs benefit from those funds and how they service victims.

Company: Cobb County District Attorney Office

I worked there from 1/2015 until 1/2016

Manager of Alternative Dispute Resolution Services

Managed cases valued up to $64 million dollars in business and construction disputes. Assisted with understanding Mediation and Arbitration rules and guidelines.

Company: American Arbitration Association

I worked there from 4/2009 until 1/2015

Retail Manager

All aspects of running a furniture and home accessory store. Hired, on-boarded, trained, and motivated staff. Money and inventory management. Responsible for meeting sales goals. The company closed all US stores in the end of 2007

Company: Bombay Company

I worked there from 3/2007 until 10/2007

Realtor/Office Administrator

Assisting buyers moving to Florida or buying investment properties. Assisted in property management duties. Created the company website, and all material and listings within the site. Created and managed the newsletter sent out to new prospects.

Company: Buyersteam Real Estate

I worked there from / until /

Content I Write