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Skills

  • Startup Ecosystem Development

  • Strategic Partnerships & Alliances

  • Team Leadership & Coaching

  • Community Engagement & Relationship Management

  • Sales Strategy & Execution

  • Program Development & Implementation

  • Public Speaking & Stakeholder Communication

Community Involvement

  • Lake Area United Way: Board Member
  • Soroptimist International of Tahlequah: President
  • International Business Incubator Association: Member
  • Indian Capital Technology Center APEX Accelerator: Advisory Board Member
  • Northeastern State University: The Emerald Steering Committee 

Certifications & Continuing Education

  • Oklahoma Department of Education: Certified in English, Journalism, Physical Education, Drivers Ed
  • Clarole Leadership Empowerment Consulting: John Maxwell REAL Leadership Certification
  • Symmetric Group: Avon Leadership Coaching Certification
  • Oklahoma Institute for Learning Styles: Certification

Education

B.A. Mass Communication Education, Northeastern State University

A.A. Journalism, Connors State College

Summary

Strategic business development leader with 20+ years driving growth, forging partnerships, and leading teams to exceed goals. Proven success launching entrepreneurship programs, mentoring founders, and cultivating startup ecosystems. Skilled in go-to-market strategy, scaling community initiatives, and delivering impact. Passionate about connecting people, ideas, and resources to drive innovation.

Professional Experience

July 2023Current

Business Incubator Manager

Cherokee Nation
  • Leading the design and launch of a multifaceted business incubator serving entrepreneurs, remote workers, and innovators across the Cherokee Nation Reservation and at-large citizens 
  • Building strategic partnerships with community organizations, mentors, and resource providers to offer comprehensive coaching, training sessions, and networking opportunities.
  • Promoting program engagement through focused outreach initiatives and collaborative relationship-building across the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.
20222023

Global Head of Sales

ArborBridge
  • Led an international sales team focused on driving global education program sales to families and independent educational consultants.
  • Developed and managed strategic partnerships and sales pipelines, contributing to sustained revenue growth.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with product and operations teams to enhance client experiences and optimize service offerings.
20202022

Treasury Management & Retail Sales Officer

BancFirst Corporation
  • Provided consultative cash management and treasury solutions to entrepreneurs and small business clients, assessing needs and recommending tailored financial products to optimize operations and support sustainable partnerships.
  • Achieved significant growth in treasury sales, advancing market ranking from #26 to #3 through strategic business development, proactive customer engagement, and relationship management efforts.
  • Guided internal teams on sales techniques, enhancing performance while promoting treasury services through networking and community outreach initiatives.
20112020

Senior Sales & Leadership Manager

The Avon Company (an LG H&H America company)
  • Directed the management and performance of field sales coaches across a 9-state territory, generating over $30M in annual revenue through strategic oversight and execution.
  • Designed and implemented sales strategies that consistently exceeded key performance targets while ensuring alignment with overarching corporate objectives.
  • Promoted a collaborative and high-performing organizational culture by introducing innovative training programs and leveraging remote leadership methods across the Southwest Region.
20052010

Educator & Coach

Tahlequah Public Schools
  • Development and implementation of customized curriculum tailored to the needs of students
  • Coordinated program logistics, including scheduling, organizing events, and managing resources
  • Promoted academic and athletic balance among student-athletes through mentorship programs