My husband has been my biggest supporter, he expected me to become the COO and after challenges in the oil industry in Australia, I left the company I was working for and I told him I was going to aim higher and become Chairman of the Board! So I went back to school and became a Certified Director and that is when my career snowballed. I found my passion by using my experience and expertise in quality assurance to other organizations. 

I completed my training at the following institutions:

• 2007 Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors with order of Merit
• 1992-96 Doctorate work and Environmental Sciences Minor
• 1992 MSc Petroleum Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, Golden Colorado
• 1981 BSc Petroleum Engineering, University of Missouri Rolla, Rolla Missouri

I haven't had to fight as hard to have my voice heard as I had finding the right opportunities. Men are offered positions more readily and frequently then women. And, of course striking the balance and  finding time to do everything. 

You succeed by making others look good - having them highlight their talents. I think that is the secret to being a good leader is building strong teams. I am a good listener and I take the time to actually hear what people say when they speak, and of course I have common sense and always look to the brighter, lighter side to get things accomplished.

EBL is a huge source of pride for me, as we grew the  company that is  dedicated to service and support individuals with intellectual disabilities and their
families from childhood through to adulthood is something I am so proud to have led. We turned EBL from a local to a national entity with great benefits to the people who its services. Additionally I am proud of the . the changes we were able to make for the benefit of victims of domestic violence were monumental and far reaching for the women in Australia.  I gave them a motto - Dare to make a difference, and we did in every way! 

I am looking for new opportunities in the states where I can make a difference. 

I am inspired when I see how such a small amount of help can have such a huge impact on someone's life. I am energized by new experiences and love the challenge to change things. 

I hope I'm known as a woman who led with humor, kindness and compassion; someone who was always able to find the good and had an impact on the people I helped along the way. 

Professional Affiliations:

WHS Workshop (Australian Institute of
Governance)
Nexus Program (AICD)
The CEO and the Board (AICD)
Strategic Financial Skills (AICD)
Strategic Planning and Risk Management
(Good Governance)
The Executive Director (AICD) The Board and Reporting (AICD)
Director Selection (AICD)
The Chair of NFP (AICD)
Board Performance (AICD)
Business Strategy and Leadership (CPA)
Corporate Governance (CPA)
Knowledge Management (CPA)

Society of Petroleum Engineering Committees 
 SPE Board Member Adelaide Chapter, Chairman of Social Activities which raised money for
scholarship fund and the Royal Flying Doctors 2004 – 2006
Chairman for Well Test Discussion Group in Jakarta, SPE Board Member; SPE student contest judge;
2002 – 2003
 Program Committee Member APO Regional Meeting Technical Session, Chairman/Panel Chairman,
APO Regional Meeting in Jakarta; 2001 - 2002
 Program Committee Member APO Regional Meeting Technical Session, Chairman/Panel Chairman,
APO Regional Meeting in Brisbane; 2000 – 2001
 Reservoir Study Group Committee Member Houston Chapter; 1997-1998
 Program Chairman and Golf Chairman of the Salt Lake City Chapter; 1988-1989
 Membership Chairman; 1987-1988
 Member of Rocky Mountain Regional Program Committee, Technical Session Chairman at the
Rocky Mountain Regional Meeting; 1986-1987
 Member of the International Gas Technology Committee; 1985-1987
 Technical Session Chairman at Annual Technology Conference; 1985-1986

I received an Order of Merit for placing in the top percentile for my GAICD certification. 

I support initiatives that support the intellectually challenged and help the fight against cancer. 

I am excited to be back in the US and enjoying all outdoor activities including hiking ! I am looking forward to skiing in the winter. I am also very into crafts, and that is my mom's influence, I love to use my hands and create things.