Biography

Public education has shaped both my professional life and my personal life. I entered this work because I believe schools are the foundation of strong communities, and I have remained in it because I have seen firsthand the difference steady, thoughtful leadership can make for students and families.

I currently serve as Superintendent of Richfield Public Schools, leading a district of 4,200 students. Together with our staff and community, we have improved graduation rates, expanded access to college credit-bearing coursework and gifted programming, strengthened ACT performance and increased representation of staff of color. Our community has supported six successful referendum questions, including a significant capital bond and operating increase, allowing us to invest in long-term stability while keeping students at the center of every decision.

Before coming to Richfield, I served as Assistant Superintendent in Saint Paul Public Schools, supervising schools serving more than 9,000 students. I have also led districtwide leadership development efforts, redesigned evaluation systems and supported the growth of principals and aspiring leaders. My years as a principal at both the elementary and K–8 levels grounded me in the daily realities of school leadership and reinforced my belief that when we invest in leaders, we strengthen entire systems.

At every level of my career, I have believed that our responsibility is not just to manage schools, but to build conditions where students, educators and communities can thrive together. 

I also understand public education as a parent and a member of a family shaped by schools. Those experiences continue to remind me that behind every policy decision are real students and real futures. That perspective guides how I lead and how I serve.

Throughout my career, I have remained engaged in statewide leadership, including service with MASA, Minnesota Superintendents' representative to PELSB for four years, and participation on the Governor’s Task Force on Compensatory Education Funding. Those opportunities have reinforced my belief that superintendents need strong professional networks, thoughtful advocacy and leadership that reflects the diversity of districts across Minnesota.

I am seeking to serve as MASA President because this is a pivotal time for our profession. Superintendents are navigating increasing complexity, political pressure and community expectations. MASA must continue to be a steady voice, a trusted advocate and a place where leaders feel supported and connected. I believe my experience across multiple systems and roles has prepared me to contribute to that work in a meaningful way.

Public education has given me purpose, community and the opportunity to serve. I am committed to continuing that service on behalf of superintendents and the students we collectively support.