“Several small, creative successes made me realize this is something I enjoy. Each time I created something, whether it was food, a drawing, a painting or yarn work, I realized that working with my hands to create “something” made me feel connected to my past, present and future”.
Program Manager NRA, Organized ProStart state culinary and management competition; Acted as liaison between the restaurant association, school district employees, and industry partners; Recruited industry professionals for mentoring opportunities; Delivered ServSafe Food Safety Manager and ServSafe Alcohol Training; Proctored ServSafe and ManageFirst certified exams.