Bio

My career journey from mailroom associate to Chief Operating Officer embodies Mary Engelbreit’s advice: “Don’t look back; you’re not going that way.” With over 20 years of experience steering consumer sales and service strategies for a Fortune 15 telecommunications company, I combine a robust corporate track record with a dynamic personal story to inspire high-performing teams and develop the next generation of leaders. An approachable and curious leader, my genuine interest in my colleagues and our industry enables me to gain valuable insight from employees, partners, and stakeholders. I’m an impactful communicator, collaborative partner and lifelong learner who tracks emerging trends and strives to understand my company’s and industry’s place in a constantly evolving landscape. I’m adept at directing large teams to achieve success on a national scale; I’m energized by the challenges and rewards of implementing transformative initiatives within a fast-paced, complex organization. I’m passionate about propelling people and ideas forward, whether championing technological innovation or coaching women to ensure their professional advancement. I proudly represent women and African American communities in the male-dominated sales executive sector. I’m also a dedicated advocate of pay and gender equality, domestic violence prevention, STEM investment, and First Responder rights. I welcome opportunities to mentor women and enrich critical discussions with my professional wisdom and progressive thought leadership. I’m a proud Upstate New York native, have been married for 16 years and am a mother of two - my son is a Howard University graduate and my daughter is a current HU student. I’m a natural cultivator and I am learning to love gardening.