Dynamic and accomplished behavioral health and public service leader with more than 15 years
of progressive experience advancing recovery-oriented services, supervising and developing peer
support professionals, and promoting person-centered, trauma-informed care. As a qualified Peer
Specialist Supervisor (PSS) and Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), brings extensive expertise in
mentoring and guiding peer professionals through critical stages of certification, professional
development, and service delivery while ensuring adherence to ethical standards and best
practices in peer support.
Distinguished by a diverse career spanning behavioral health, military service, and public safety
leadership, offering a unique perspective grounded in resilience, service, and effective
communication. A retired U.S. Army Sergeant with 20 years of honorable military service in
the Public Affairs field as a photographer, demonstrating expertise in visual storytelling,
strategic communication, documentation of military operations, and engagement with diverse
audiences. Military experience fostered exceptional leadership abilities, adaptability, attention to
detail, and the capacity to perform effectively in high-pressure environments while upholding the
highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Demonstrated success in providing strategic leadership, administrative oversight, performance
management, and workforce development to cultivate high-performing teams dedicated to
improving recovery outcomes and enhancing quality of life for individuals living with mental
health challenges. Skilled in leveraging lived experience to create supportive environments that
empower individuals, encourage self-advocacy, and promote resilience, hope, and long-term
recovery.
In addition to extensive behavioral health leadership experience, brings a strong background in
public safety through service as a Police Sergeant with the Austin Community College Police
Department. Experienced in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, de-escalation, and
collaborative problem-solving within diverse community settings. Proven ability to build and
sustain effective partnerships with organizational leadership, community stakeholders, and
multidisciplinary teams to address complex behavioral health, safety, and wellness concerns.
Educationally prepared with a Bachelor of Arts from St. Edward’s University and an
Associate of Applied Science from Austin Community College, combining academic
achievement with extensive real-world leadership experience. This unique blend of military
service, behavioral health expertise, public safety leadership, and lived experience strengthens
the ability to mentor professionals, advocate for recovery-oriented systems, and implement
strategies that promote individual empowerment and community well-being.
Recognized for a compassionate, collaborative, and servant-leadership approach grounded in
ethical practice, accountability, and professional excellence. Committed to strengthening
communities through advocacy, mentorship, and the delivery of high-quality, person-centered
services that create meaningful and lasting impact for individuals, organizations, and the broader
behavioral health system.
Recognized for a compassionate and collaborative leadership style grounded in integrity,
accountability, and servant leadership principles. Committed to strengthening communities
through advocacy, professional mentorship, and the delivery of ethical, person-centered services
that create meaningful and lasting impact for individuals, organizations, and the broader
behavioral health system.
