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About Me.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A passionate and innovative Art Teacher and Creativity Consultant with over 20 years of experience in art education, leadership, and professional development. Proven expertise in fostering creative thinking, reflective practices, and collaborative learning environments. Extensive experience as a keynote speaker, consultant, and leader in educational programs that promote authentic learning and creative capacities.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Art Teacher
Dublin City Schools | 2002–Present

Design and implement art curriculum that encourages creative exploration, critical thinking, and artistic skills across diverse student populations.

Facilitate cross-disciplinary projects, promoting collaboration and reflective thinking in the classroom.

Cultivate a learning environment where students are encouraged to express individuality through various art forms.

 

Creativity Consultant
Self-Employed | 2015–Present

Specialize in developing creative thinking frameworks for schools, communities, and organizations.

Lead workshops and seminars aimed at fostering innovation and creativity in professional and educational settings.

Partner with educational institutions and conferences to inspire and guide creative growth.

 

EDUCATION

Master of Art Education
The Ohio State University | 2003

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CONSULTING & PUBLIC SPEAKING

  • Speaker, Student Power Summit — Granville, OH (2025)

  • Keynote Speaker, Colorado Art Education Association — Breckenridge, CO (2024)

  • Speaker, National Art Education Association Conference — Minneapolis, MN (2024)

  • Keynote Speaker, New York State Art Teachers Association — Albany, NY (2023)

  • Keynote Speaker, Jennings Educator Institute — Otterbein University, Columbus, OH (2023)

  • Faculty, Tennessee Arts Academy — Nashville, TN (2023)

  • Speaker, Project Zero Sparks — Harvard Graduate School of Education (Virtual, 2022)

  • Keynote Speaker, Pickerington Local School District — Pickerington, OH (2022)

  • Keynote Speaker, Lancaster City School District — Lancaster, OH (2022)

  • Keynote Speaker, Westerville City Schools — Westerville, OH (2021)

  • Keynote Speaker, Olentangy Local Schools — Delaware, OH (2021)

  • (Additional presentations and consulting work available upon request)

 

LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT

  • Board Member, Human Restoration Project — Columbus, OH (2024–Present)

  • Assistant Director, Cultivating Civic and Creative Capacities, Project Zero & The Columbus Museum of Art — Columbus, OH (2020–2024)

  • Visual Arts Advisory Committee, Ohio Department of Education — Columbus, OH (2019)

  • Teacher-Leader-in-Residence, Columbus Museum of Art — Columbus, OH (2018–Present)

  • Leader for Creativity Fellow, Columbus Museum of Art — Columbus, OH (2017–2019)

  • Lead Teacher, School-Wide Enrichment Team, Dublin City Schools — Dublin, OH (2015–2017)

  • Lead Teacher, Making Creativity Visible Grant, Columbus Museum of Art (2014–2017)

  • Lead Teacher, Visual Arts, Dublin City Schools — Dublin, OH (2014–2016)

  • Network of Regional Leaders, Ohio Department of Education (2014–2016)

 

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Published articles, podcasts, and webinars on art education, creativity, and authentic learning.

Led professional development workshops and presented at numerous national and regional conferences.

Participated in steering committees for major educational conferences and initiatives.

 

REFERENCES

Available upon request.

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