I chose this career because I wanted to dedicate my life to making a difference. I want to give back to the community. I learned at an early age the importance of public service. I am a daughter of a Bronze Star US Army Veteran. I worked in government where I increased transparency, help build public schools across New Jersey and been in the front lines fighting for the working class priorities. I built parks for children to give them a safe place to play. I followed my interest and passion by going to work in the state legislature as Policy Director to fight for the priorities of working families. I am a Democrat running for the New Jersey Assembly in the 7th Legislative District representing parts of Burlington County.

My persistence helped prepare me for where I am today, as did the experience I gained in the various positions I have held.

My biggest challenge is making sure that the residents I represent are taken care of.

My greatest strength is my ability to put others before myself. I am passionate about helping others and using my strengths to 

My career and the policies I helped create are my greatest accomplishments professionally. On a personal level, my greatest accomplishment is preserving through life's adversities and channeling my struggles into my passion for policy making.

My professional goal is to work in the state legislature and to continue to make a difference and fight for what I believe in. I am the founder of Maria's Women United, and it is my goal is to continue my work there and growing the foundation. I also aspire to be a Delegate for the county Girl Scouts.

I am inspired by accomplishing things, being needed and being wanted.

I want to be remembered for promoting women, mentoring them, recognizing their attributes and empowering them.

I am a member of the Girl Scouts and Maria's Women United.

I enjoy photography, cooking, watching movies, exercise and travel.