| Criminal History/Felony: N/A
Heritage
Enrolled member, Upper Cumberland Cherokee (also known as the United Eastern Lenape Nation);
Nominee initially chose to participate in TNNAC’s Indian preference process, prior to completion chose to use state’s guidelines for Indian preference, [RE: TCA 4-34-104 (b) (3) Preference in selection of at least five (5) Indian commissioners shall be given to Native American Indians, i.e., persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.]
Educational Background
Marlboro High School, Marlboro, New Jersey
BS Animal Science – UT Knoxville
BS Agricultural Engineering – UT Knoxville
MS Environmental Engineering – UT Knoxville
Other School(s): Involved in Green Building Initiatives and Sustainable Design.
Work History
4-2007 to Present: MSE Technology Applications, Oak Ridge TN. Position: Senior Engineer/Project Manager.
Professional Engineer in the State of Tennessee since 1993.
Have worked in the Oak Ridge Tennessee area since 1990.
Military Service: N/A
Community Involvement
I have attended many Pow Wows across the State and in Cherokee NC.
I have attended several Commission and TNNAC meetings.
I was a delegate for the Knoxville area at the last Tennessee State Convention (2007) and 2009.
Statement of Suitability as Commissioner
I have been active in Native American affairs for many years. I believe my educational and professional experience can benefit the Native American community in Tennessee. I am familiar with federal and state programs to assist and benefit Native Americans. This knowledge can be utilized to benefit all Native Americans in Tennessee, individuals, local tribes as well as federally and state recognized tribes.
I strongly believe that by acting together we can face all of the issues pertaining to our community and take advantage of the many opportunities available today. |