I am a proud alumna of Smith County High School and a lifelong resident of our community. My educational journey began at Defeated Elementary, followed by four years at Smith County High School. I went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Education from Cumberland University. I have furthered my professional development through coursework at Middle Tennessee State University and Tennessee Technological University. Currently, I am celebrating my 28th year of service within the Smith County School System, where I am honored to serve as a Business, Finance, and Graduate Ready teacher at my alma mater.

During my college years, I began my career as an office assistant with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where I gained a practical foundation in office management. I furthered my professional experience in the corporate and medical sectors by serving as a payroll clerk at Hartmann Luggage, an assistant comptroller at Hartsville General Hospital, and an office administrator for a private medical practice, where I specialized in billing, insurance, and scheduling.

I have been married to my husband, Stacy, for 38 years. We are proud parents of two grown children and doting grandparents to three granddaughters.