As part of Plante Moran’s seven-person management team, I work with our regional office managing partners to help guide and connect our leadership around the country. We share best practices and solutions to common issues that work for the entire firm and help uphold our firmwide approach to client service.
Since joining the firm in 1985, I’ve had the opportunity to take on a number of leadership roles. I served as the industry group leader of our K-12 practice, where I oversaw the firm’s audit, consulting, and business advisory services and helped build and grow our district and charter school practices. I also serve clients in the insurance industry and have made significant contributions to that industry’s overall growth and success.
After heading the K-12 practice for several years, I was asked to become the office managing partner of our Auburn Hills location, one of the firm’s largest offices. There, I had the opportunity to interact with partners and staff by supporting career development and professional growth and providing guidance for staff to identify opportunities on their career path. I’ve always had passion to help others achieve their professional goals –– in fact, it’s what attracted me to my current position.
While I’m committed to the firm, I’m equally committed to the community. Currently, I work with Michigan State University — my alma mater — and other MSU alumni and business professionals, serving on the Michigan State University External Advisory Board, which supports their accounting and information systems department.
Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, practicing yoga, and spending time with family and friends.
