As a non-profit executive for nearly ten years, I understand the challenges and rewards of working in the non-profit world – which often times also applies to small businesses. There’s never enough money or time, staffing is always in short supply, and advocates can be difficult to nurture.
A few years into my non-profit journey, I realized our organization just wasn’t working. So, we switched it up. I asked 16 board members to vote themselves off of the board, created new opportunities for stakeholder engagement, and formed a leaner board.
The results? We could focus on our real work versus administrative tasks. Fundraising increased. Staff morale was boosted. New advocates joined.
I started mkw+co because I know other non-profits and small businesses face similar frustrations and I know it can be better. I’m passionate about problem solving, creating efficiencies, and dreaming bigger — all of which I bring to the table when we work together.
The Basics
I’m a mom and a wife. We live with our two cats, Donut and Walter, in central Indiana.
Most recently, I served as CEO of the Boone EDC for 10+ years. I hold an MBA, an Economic Development Master Practitioner designation, and a Fundraising Management Certificate.
Hobbies
I read about 50 mostly fiction books each year. The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah is my favorite book.
Our family loves to travel, and I have visited 13 countries, 22 states, and 10 national parks – and counting.
Service
I’m on the Board of Directors for the Arc of Greater Boone County. I’m also a Little Free Library steward with Indy Book Project, a ReadUp volunteer, and a Care Community leader, supporting a local foster family.
