Biography

I am an assistant professor teaching courses related to economics, financial literacy, communications and professional development within the College of Business. Before entering academia, I spent over seven years working in the banking and finance industry, which allows me to bring professional experience to the classroom.

My goal as an educator is to help students develop the ability to think critically about economic and financial issues while, at the same time feeling confident in making informed decisions that affect their future. Additionally, in my communications and professional development courses, I strive to help students build the interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in the workplace.

Ultimately, I want students to leave my courses with not only a strong foundation of knowledge, but also the confidence and practical skills to apply what they have learned throughout their professional and personal lives.

Education

PhD, Instructional Management and Organizational Leadership. Robert Morris University, 2021
MBA, Business. Wheeling University, 2017
BS, Business and Accounting. West Liberty University, 2014

Professional Experiences

CTBE, TEFL International. (October 28, 2021 – Present)
TESOL, TEFL International. (October 1, 2021 – Present)

Most Recent Publications and Presentations

Presentations:
EKA University, Latvia – “Understanding Money, Economics and Personal Finance (2026)
West Liberty University, USA – “Financial Literacy” (2024)
West Liberty University, USA – “Leadership: What is it? Why does it matter?” (2023)
West Liberty University, USA – “Why Should I Live Abroad?” (2023)
Robert Morris University, USA – “How to Successfully Finish your Dissertation on Time” (2021)
JP Morgan and Chase, Pittsburgh, P.A, USA. – “Benefits of Continuing Education in Financial Literacy” (2020)

Publications:
“The Need for Increased Financial Literacy in Today’s High Schools: Principals’ Perspectives”
ProQuest-Dissertations, March 2021.