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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Mountain View High School
Bachelor's Degree
Organizational Communication, General
Arizona State University
Graduate Degree
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Arizona State University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Vice President, Programs & Constituent Relations:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Organizational Communication, General
Graduate Degree: Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
I landed an internship at the Tempe Convention & Visitors Bureau.
2.
After graduation, I started working at the Tempe Chamber of Commerce.
3.
In addition to the 8-5, I volunteered to assist at all of our events before and after hours.
4.
I was promoted within Tempe Chamber and ended up working there for 12 years.
5.
I built my network within the business community and discovered my passion for ASU.
6.
When I was ready to make a move, I knew I wanted to be at Arizona State University.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
What are you going to do with a communication degree?
How I responded:
I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted to do after college. However, I've been very fortunate as I've had two main employers: Tempe Chamber of Commerce and Arizona State University. I wake-up every day and look forward to going to work and being surrounded by amazing people.