Current Occupation
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM): Relief and specialized care in equine and small animal medicine; professional support for animal shelters, 4H and FFA youth.
Occupational Background
Paid:
Intel Americas: Administrative Assistant supporting Purchasing, Finance, Academics; President Cross-Site Administrative Council
Unpaid:
Agriculture and Animal Welfare Policy Advocate: Providing expert legislative testimony to protect farming economics and production lands from corporate and foreign interests.
Founder, United SPCA and Project for Animal Wellness Solutions (PAWS): entrepreneurial lead for territorial veterinary outreach
Previous Government Experience
Public Policy Advocate, testimony for legislation, defining new legislation in coordination with multiple advocates
American Samoa Government Dept of Health, Territorial Veterinarian. Responsible for Veterinary Care, Public Health, and Legislation in Animal Welfare.
US Department of Agriculture Accredited Veterinarian,
US Navy Ship's Ombudsman: Volunteer liaison for the US Navy, facilitating vital communication between command and families
US Marine Corp Riding Instructor, Camp Smith Military Base, Aiea, HI