My journey outside the classroom has been shaped by hands-on work experiences that put me face-to-face with real people, real problems, and real impact. While I wasn’t part of a formal student club or competition team, I’ve had the opportunity to lead, collaborate, and build meaningful partnerships in every role I’ve taken on.

At Window Nation, I wasn’t just coordinating projects, I was helping teams across departments stay aligned. I developed a project tracking dashboard that improved workflow visibility and helped reduce project time by 20%. That wasn’t just a number to me, it meant less stress for my teammates, smoother communication with our vendors, and a sense of pride in building something that worked for everyone.

Later, while working with The Michaels Organization, I became a key point of contact for vendors and finance staff. I learned how vital consistency and trust are when money, contracts, and community relationships are on the line. I took ownership of procurement processes and invoice tracking, and my ability to stay organized and clear-headed helped reduce payment errors by 20%. That’s a small win that had a ripple effect through the organization.

In all my roles, especially in procurement at KForce, I’ve embraced the challenge of being a connector between people and systems. I worked closely with stakeholders across departments, fostering collaboration and trust. I wasn’t just “processing invoices”; I was supporting a network of people and institutions trying to achieve shared goals. I’m proud that my work improved efficiency by 25% and strengthened communication between teams.

Outside of work, I’ve made it a habit to learn wherever I am. Whether it’s figuring out new ERP systems like Oracle or teaching myself better ways to use SharePoint for collaboration, I actively seek ways to make my environment better, for myself and for others.

Looking Ahead

These experiences have taught me to be adaptable, service-oriented, and forward-thinking. I’ve seen how behind-the-scenes work can create real impact. As I continue building my career, I’ll bring that same mindset of curiosity, precision, and people-first thinking to every opportunity, whether I’m managing a budget, leading a team, or solving technical challenges.