She fell into the industry, she was at an age she could work her way to the top.

She has the equivalent of a Master Degree focus on Physics, HR courses, and Economics.

Her biggest challenge was being the only woman in her position, having men direct reporting to her.

Her greatest strength is looking at diversity she was overseeing in technology roles.

She was part of the project that devised a sensor for patriotic missile during the Gulf War.

She is planning on continuing to enjoy her retirement, traveling globally, and visiting family.

She was inspired by being capable of performing, had a goal to be Director, or V/P of technology. Her goal was to make as money as her age each year which she succeeded in doing year after year.

She wants to be remembered as an accomplished woman in Advanced Science. A woman capable of looking at Science and Research as well accomplished and in transcultural activities.

She received several awards including Distinguished Leadership Award ASU contributes to contemporary societies, Patent Dynamic Collimated Sputtering for Spindt Formation, MEIP Award Design and Induction Modular Packaging, CEO Environmental Health and Safety Award, Part of Members Arizona Leadership Scholarship given in her name to a student.

She supports mission dealing with the Catholic Church.

When not working she enjoys hiking looking at geographical areas and different cultures as well.