About Me
I’ve always been drawn to the spaces where data, government, and people meet. Growing up fascinated by civic life and public policy, I realized early on that technology and user-centric design could transform how government connects with the people it serves. Over time, that interest has become my career’s driving force: working as a bridge between technology and government services to help people—especially in the areas of civic engagement, political data, voting, and campaign finance.
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My path began in the world of political theory and constitutional democracy at Michigan State University, where I earned my bachelor’s degree (with a minor in Spanish). Those years cemented my belief that democracy works best when citizens are informed and engaged. To deepen my understanding of how policy is created and implemented, I went on to earn a Master of Public Policy at Georgetown University.
Along the way, I immersed myself in public service and civic engagement. As a Legislative Fellow in the Michigan House of Representatives, I conducted policy research and helped legislators make informed decisions on issues like healthcare funding. Later, as a Civic Engagement Intern at Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids, I led a voter education initiative for more than 1,200 residents across West Michigan—designing data visualization tools and digital strategies to make voting information more accessible. These experiences showed me firsthand how data-driven solutions can improve participation and trust in public institutions.
For the last several years, I’ve been at Aristotle, a leading provider of campaign finance software. As a Compliance Specialist, I’ve combined my policy expertise with technical skills—Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, and R—to help campaigns and committees navigate the complex world of state and federal regulations. From creating user-friendly dashboards to liaising with state commissions on new compliance tools, my work has been about more than just compliance. It’s about building technology that empowers people to participate more fully in the democratic process.
At the heart of every role I’ve had—whether researching state budgets, designing voter education materials, or integrating compliance requirements into software—has been one constant: making complex systems understandable and usable for the people they affect. That’s why my next chapter is focused squarely on using data, design, and technology to improve civic engagement and government services.
When I’m not thinking about ways to make government work better, you’ll probably find me doing yoga, running, or baking (my chocolate chip cookies have become a staple). I’m also known for my love of adventure. So far, I’ve gone skydiving, bungee jumping, BASE jumping, paragliding, and even hot air ballooning.