“It is honor and privilege to serve as Executive Director helping to ensure that Wisconsin individuals and families have access to critical NAMI education, support, and advocacy programming across our state. NAMI works tirelessly at the local, state, and national level ensuring a better quality of life for those impacted by brain disorders. We provide help and hope to those who need it most. ”

““Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work, it means to be in the midst of those things, and still be calm in your heart (~unknown).” This is a quote I live by, and is a kind of peace I believe to be possible for those affected by mental illness. I am beyond honored to be part of NAMI’s team of passionate, caring individuals to be here to support you, to help transform your negatives, and restore your hope! We are all in this together, and can get through anything with our powers combined!”

“When you are in the moment of dealing with a difficult situation, it can be hard to see the bigger picture around you. Advocacy is a way of helping not one, but hundreds or even thousands of consumers and families at once. I find being a part of state and local change a highly rewarding job. By teaching advocacy skills to others, I am able to empower them with the best tools possible to go out and create their own change in their communities.”

“I am passionate about helping people and making a difference in my community however I can which is through my work and volunteering. I have seen how mental illness impacts individuals and families. I am thrilled to be part of the amazing team at NAMI Wisconsin and I am looking forward to the challenges of helping people through education, advocacy and support. I believe that assisting with a greater understanding of mental illness is a key factor to providing these services.”

“I have spent countless hours volunteering for things I feel passionate about. I understand and appreciate those who dedicate their time to the cause of NAMI. I am so fortunate to be a part of a program that focuses on education, support and outreach for mental illness thru so many dedicated volunteers. I look forward to supporting and helping all affiliates increase mental health awareness and support within their own community.”