My Journey

College

NC A&T State University

Earned my B.S. in Electrical Engineering, where I discovered my passion for solving complex technical problems and helping others reach their potential. This dual focus—technical excellence and people development—would define my entire career. 

NASA Era

Flight Controller & Educational Leader 

Spent over 20 years at NASA, beginning as a Flight Controller for the International Space Station at Johnson Space Center, where split-second decisions and clear communication were mission-critical. Later, I directed STEM education programs across California (overseeing Ames Research Center and Armstrong Flight Research Center) and served as National Space Grant Project Manager and Minority University Research and Education Project Manager at NASA Headquarters. In these roles, I created pathways for thousands of students—particularly from underrepresented communities—to pursue careers in STEM fields. 

Academic Growth

Advanced Degrees & Research 

Earned both a Master of Business Administration and Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. My doctoral research examined management decision-making in federal agencies—expertise that now informs the frameworks I share with audiences across the country.