Elected Experience: State Representative, 1 year (2015 – present)

Other Professional Experience: Advancing Leadership, Executive Director, 15 years; Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, 12 years, Interim CEO, 1.5 years; Education Foundation, Executive Director, 4 years.

Education: Washington State University, Bachelor of Science

Community Service: My longtime commitment includes: Citizens for Federal Way Schools (20 years), Federal Way Community Gardens Foundation (8 years), Todd Beamer High School Leadership Team (6 years), and PTA (10 years). Awards include: Federal Way Key to the City, Soroptimist Woman of Distinction, FWPS Volunteer of Year (6 times), Seahawk Community Quarterback, Golden Acorn, and Nomination for Citizen of the Year. 

Statement: As your state representative, I have prioritized four important areas: fully funding basic education; creating and sustaining jobs; transportation and reduced congestion; and public safety. I care deeply about our richly diverse community where over 100 languages are spoken in schools. I will continue to work with everyone in our community and across party lines to find the best solutions. My campaign team consists of Republicans, Democrats, and Independents, because they know I care deeply about the issues and solving problems. I am honored to serve you in Olympia, and I would appreciate your vote and support.