I have 24 years of technology experience in both nonprofit and higher education. The last 20 years have been with Salish Kootenai College (Director of Administrative Technology), University of Portland (Director of Academic Technology Services & Innovation), and recently as the Chief Information Officer for Linfield University.
In June of 2020 I joined Linfield University as the Chief Information Office. My team (Information Technology Services) handles the technology infrastructure at both the McMinnville and Portland campuses.
I have had a goal of not only exploring innovative technologies but creating gracious space for critical conversations. This focus comes out of my Leadership Montana experience in 2010. Gracious Space teaches that we invite strangers to the table this means working across groups, orgs, and communities.
I am a Native Montanan and an enrolled member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. I was raised by my mother and her family and was taught the importance of community, art, and celebrating the beauty of the world around us. I have been inspired by strong women of color and by a community that strives to carry on traditions and finding ways to live in two worlds as contemporary indigenous people. I have carried on the tradition of Native American beadwork, which compliments my love for photography and the digital arts.
When looking for new opportunities I make sure to align myself with organizations that have a focus on diversity and inclusion. I want to be part of a community where myself and my team can live authentic lives.
