Vice President, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions
Bio:
I am a proud workforce development professional with extensive experience leading programs, partnerships, and initiatives that support job seekers, employers, and communities. Throughout my career, I have focused on strengthening systems, improving service delivery, and promoting equitable access to education, training, and employment. My background includes leadership roles in program operations, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and the development of high-impact workforce solutions.
What is your vision for the workforce development profession?
My vision for the workforce development profession is a system that is innovative, equitable, data-driven, and deeply connected to both workers and industry needs. I believe the field must continue evolving into a fully integrated ecosystem — one that blends human-centered service delivery with technology-enabled solutions, supports lifelong learning, and aligns workforce, education, economic development, and employer strategies to create meaningful pathways for all individuals.
Do you have a particular interest area or passion in workforce development?
I am passionate about advancing equity and expanding access to employment and training opportunities. This includes supporting individuals who face systemic barriers, whether related to socioeconomic status, race, disability, geography, education level or other factors–to ensure they can fully participate in the workforce. Also important to me is strengthening career pathways that provide clear, supportive routes into high-demand occupations, and to elevating the role of workforce professionals.
Why do you want to serve on the Board?
I believe deeply in NAWDP’s mission to advance the profession and support those who deliver workforce services every day. NAWDP plays a critical role in shaping standards, offering professional development, and advocating for workforce programs nationwide. Serving on the board would allow me to continue to contribute to the strategic direction of the field, support initiatives that strengthen the workforce system, and help elevate the visibility & impact of workforce professionals.
What do you think is the biggest challege facing the profession today and how can NAWDP address that challenge?
One of the biggest challenges facing the workforce development profession today is the rapid pace of economic, technological, and labor market change and the pressure this places on both workers and workforce professionals. Staying current on emerging skills, employer needs, and effective service strategies requires continuous upskilling within our own profession. By supporting the profession thru training, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing NAWDP can help ensure that the field remains agile.