I believe that embracing a life-long approach to learning is critical to personal and professional success. The understanding that with each passing day we learn from new experiences and become more agile to face this challenge known as life is paramount to our growth and development.

As the Manager of Learning & Organizational Development for Midland States Bank, I am able to help guide MSB's associate base on a journey that empowers them to become as successful and engaged as they wish to be. I’m extremely fortunate to know that every day I step foot in the office, I’m connecting with individuals and helping them realize their full potential not only as associates but as human beings

Working in the Talent Development industry is not only a passion, it's an honor. I'm humbled for all the opportunities/accolades that have been presented to me through my engagement with the Association of Talent Development:

2018 One to Watch Award winner (top young professional honor)

Helpded establish Busey as a consistent ATD BEST organization, 4 of my 5 years employed there (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)

TD Magazine Author

September 2019 - Build Big Wins with Big Data

Event Speaker:

 Learn St. Louis - Breakout Facilitator (Sept. 2019)

 ATD Heart of Central IL - Session Facilitator (Sept. 2019 - Present)