Elected Experience: WA State Representative 10th District, 2008-Present; Member South Whidbey School Board 1991-1995; President, South Whidbey School Board 1994
Other Professional Experience: Recognized for a spectrum of successful, sound policy outcomes including: addressing privacy and data protection, government accountability, environmental stewardship, economic opportunity and net neutrality. Special Assistant to Congressman Jack Metcalf; Director of Operations-Global Seascapes; Director of Communications-CRISTA; Director of Programs-CRISTA Senior Community; Writer, Operations Manager-Lindsay Communications
Education: BA Theology, Puget Sound Christian College; Legislative Energy Horizon Institute Energy Policy Planning Program Graduate, 2013
Community Service: Military and Emergency Medical Services family; church, family and community activities; youth mentor.
Statement: It’s an honor to serve as your State Representative. Your stories inspire me to be a determined, effective advocate for you and our communities. My bipartisan leadership in finding sound solutions to challenges is born out of our deeply held American value: Government and the political process belong to us, the people.
I'll continue to champion limited, effective government, sustainable budgets, protecting your data privacy and sound environmental stewardship. Quality education for students, safer communities, a robust safety net for our most vulnerable are essential priorities. I remain committed to giving you my best. I ask for your vote.