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TYNGSBOROUGH TOGETHER
“Change is disturbing when it is done to us,
exhilarating when it is done by us.”
Rosabeth Moss Kanter
Let's Do This! Together.
A bit of a joke within the change management world is that change practitioners are some of the worst at embracing change themselves.
It's true! Just like everyone else, I don't love change. It's always easier to stick to what I know and keep doing things the way I've always done them.
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On the other hand, embracing change allows me to connect with others with authenticity and curiosity around what's possible. We can dream together about what we aspire to be in the future. I'm at my best when I'm working with others to build something — something exhilarating — together.
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This is fundamentally why I ran for Select Board. I have a strong sense of duty and service to my community, and I believe that we all should feel empowered to participate in our local government and the decision-making processes. I can't overstate the value of collaboration and cooperation, both within the local government and with community members, in order to achieve our common goals.
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Together, let's build a future where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every resident thrives.
A Bit More About Me
I'm a lifelong Massachusetts resident who moved north of Boston to be closer to family and friends. My wife, Jess, and I rent an apartment at Merrimac Commons where we have found a wonderful community of neighbors!
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My wife and I got married on the Fourth of July, days after the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling, and our vows included lines from the Declaration of Independence. The theme was "A More Perfect Union."
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We have a grey tabby named Margot Ten-Six who is named after a Punky Brewster character and a Mac operating system. You will often find her sitting in the sunbeams at our front door.
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I'm an enneagram 6 and a Double Virgo. iykyk. This absolutely informs my worldview and how I approach difficult situations.
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I'm a numismatist (coin collector), vexillophile (flag lover), and hug enthusiast. I always want to talk genealogy and women's sports, particularly soccer and basketball (but we're also season ticket holders of the Boston Fleet who play women's professional hockey at the nearby Tsongas Center).
Professional Experience
2014-Present
Akamai Technologies
Cambridge, MA
Manager of Change Management
The focus of the IT Change Management Team is to reduce the disruptive effects inherent to change and to increase the likelihood of achieving the desired future-state for Akamai and its employees. With a focus on large-scale business initiatives, specializes in planning, implementing, and overseeing changes to processes, systems, structures, or culture by applying formalized Change Management strategies and techniques.
2011-2014
Mebb Professional Sign Language
Cambridge, MA
Manager of Field Performance
Mebb provided American Sign Language interpreting services to Deaf and hearing customers throughout New England. Conducted all administrative duties including budgeting and forecasting company finances, managing accounts payable and receivable, scheduling interpreting reservations, processing payroll, filing tax documents, and adhering to local, state, and federal regulations and standards.
2007-2010
Apple
Boston, MA
Concierge/Family Room Specialist
The Apple Store Boylston Street was — at the time — North America's largest Apple retail store. Recognized by teammates and store leadership for dedication to internal and external customers, composure in difficult situations, and ability to problem-solve in a changing environment.
Education
2018-2023
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
Master of Science in Corporate & Organizational Communication
Cross Cultural Communication Specialization
GPA: 3.96
2012-2014
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
Sociology & Gender Studies Specialization
GPA: 3.96
2004-2010
Framingham State College
Framingham, MA
General Education Requirements
English Major
Gender Studies Minor
Service & Volunteering
2022-2023
Town of Tyngsborough
Tyngsborough, MA
Resident-At-Large, 250 Middlesex Road (Winslow School) Strategic Visioning Committee
Established by the Select Board to address the future of the site which is home to the Winslow School. Spoke with interested parties, including community members, abutters, municipal board and committee members, and more. Consolidated ideas and options into a final report of findings. Presented draft warrant articles to the Select Board and at Town Meeting, which were ultimately approved by residents.
2015-2017
Girls Who Code
Cambridge, MA
Mentor
Girls Who Code is a national nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in the technology and engineering sectors. Volunteered as a mentor, meeting weekly with two high school girls, for 8-week intensive program hosted at Akamai during the summer.
2014-2015
City of Cambridge
Cambridge, MA
Mentor
Girls Only Leadership Development (GOLD) is a monthly program which teaches life and leadership skills to help guide 8th grade participants on a path toward future success. Hosted by Cambridge City Counselor Denise Simmons and the Cambridge YWCA.
2013-2014
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
Project Manager/Research Assistant
Oversaw logistics of girls’ studies service-learning course and long-term sociology research project focused on body image, critical media literacy, and identity development in urban middle school girls. Coordinated team of Research Assistants and Teaching Assistants, developed and monitored project timelines, organized team meetings and course events, including large annual celebration. Collaborated with university faculty and staff, community partner organizations, girls’ studies scholars, and local girls’ organizations to promote and administer program.