Why I serve?
I believe in giving back to my community, in all aspects. Creating and supporting policies for those in our community who may be underserved and being able to give voice to their needs is a privilege I do not take lightly. I want every person in Simbury to be heard and have their concerns and issues taken seriously. Taxes are a big concern and burden on our residents. Businesses need to be supported while bringing in new growth responsibly to offset the burdens on small businesses and homeowners. With Democracy and our rights on the line, it is more important than ever to be a strong voice and active participant in our Town, our State and its government.
Past or present Boards/Commissions/Volunteer work:
I am currently elected as a Board of Selectmen for the Town of Simsbury. I also currently serve on the Board of EasterSeals CT, as a Commissioner on the Simsbury Aging and Disability Commission, President of the Theatre Guild of Simsbury and Vice Chair of the Fundraising Committee for the Simsbury Democratic Town Committee. I have previously served as Chair of the Simsbury Aging and Disability Commission, Secretary of the Simsbury Democratic Town Committee, President of the Special Education Parent Teacher Association for Simsbury Public Schools, a founding steering member of the Simsbury DEI Council (Formerly SPIRIT Committee), founding member of Autism Speaks CT and the Walk Now for Autism Speaks, board member of Simsbury Summer Theater and volunteer for Special Olympics Simsbury and Simsbury Friends for Music. I have volunteered for Theatre and music at Simsbury High School, Henry James Memorial School and Squadron Line Elementary School, including directing 2 musicals at Squadron Line.
Employment History:
I have long been a Community Servant and leader for Non-profits.Several years ago I was employed by Simsbury Public Schools as a preschool teacher and Kindergarten Enrichment Program Teacher. Prior to having children and becoming a professional volunteer, I was employed by Vantage Staffing where I brought in new business clients while also running the Temporary Employment Desk which involved training and finding jobs for people. Prior to that I was employed at Paine Webber trading commodities and Smith Barney as a Jr. Broker.
Education:
I attended The Pennsylvania State University for Speech Communications in Business and on a scholarship for Vocal Music Performance
Why I love Simsbury:
The friends who are family have made Simsbury a place I do not want to leave. This is a town who comes together and helps each other in amazing ways and the welcoming community is something I love about Simsbury. I know that Simsbury is a safe place for my adult son with Autism and the businesses who employ him are invaluable for our community. I am always meeting new people and learning new things about Simsbury and their special place. This is to raise a family, grow up, and grow old. It truly is a home.
Fun Fact:
I grew up in Cold Spring Harbor on Long Island and met my husband at Penn State while dancing in Dance Marathon in 1992. Dance Marathon at Penn State is the largest student run philanthropy in the country ( and what Husky Thon was modeled after) and the year I danced was the first year we raised over $1 million.
