The Oklahoma Bar Journal January 2023

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Q & A

Background: I am a native of Duncan, living now in Oklahoma City. Most of my family is in Oklahoma, but I have some in Texas and Ohio. In my spare time, I enjoy cycling, reading and spending time with loved ones. Education: I earned a bachelor's degree in letters from OU in 2006 and a J.D. from the OCU School of Law in 2010. What is your most important goal as you begin your new role as executive director? My first goal is to work on engagement and gaining feedback from incoming and existing members early and often. Starting at the law school level and increasing membership involvement going forward. Why is it important for OBA members to serve and volunteer? Being engaged and seeing the value of this membership is amazing. There are few things more rewarding than having the ability to give back and help those around you succeed. What challenges are OBA members encountering, and how can the OBA help find solutions? Increasing awareness about the member benefits the OBA has to offer is something that needs to be shouted from the mountaintop. From our six hours of counseling to case management and other tips and tricks from our Management Assistance Program, the benefits are extraordinary and need to be communicated early and often. What’s your favorite OBA member benefit? I might be biased, but the quantity and quality of OBA CLE program ming is unmatched. Our members contribute so often and with quality content; each section and committee brings something to the membership table for all. What technology gadget could you not function without? Can I pick two? I would be lost without my phone and Apple Watch. What’s the best book you’ve read this year? I am really into fantasy books. I will go with the safest answer here – give the A Court of Thorns and Roses series a go, and then get back with me for books to add to your to-be read list!

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