Executive Portfolio
Professional Journey
Credentials
Community & Service
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Church of Gnome: Sacred Companion
Received formal recognition for canine companion Teddy as an ordained and honored companion, acknowledging his supportive presence, positive influence, and symbolic role in community minded expressions of care, reflection, and wellbeing as part of a broader exploration of ceremonial traditions. Read More
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Church of Gnome: Ordained Minister
On April 1, 2025, I embraced a ministry of small wonders and humble service. Joined by my dog Teddy—now an officially recognized Sacred Companion—I’m exploring a faith that finds the divine in quiet acts and clever paws. Read More
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Universal Life Church: Ordained Minister
My journey into ministry got a bit more serious with a simple click and a sincere question: Can the state recognize a calling that starts online? With my Universal Life Church credentials in hand, I’m preparing to test the limits of Virginia law. Read More
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Church of the Later-Day Dude: Ordained Dudeist Priest
If enlightenment can be found between a bowling alley and a bathrobe, I may have found my calling. My journey into ordination began with embracing calm, humor, and the Taoist-inspired philosophy of “The Dude”—proving that sometimes, the holiest act is simply abiding. Read More
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Health & Safety Institute: Basic Life Support
I recently leveled up my emergency response skills by earning my Health & Safety Institute (HSI) Basic Life Support certification. Typically reserved for first responders, this training covers high-quality CPR and advanced airway management for patients of every age. Read More
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Health & Safety Institute: Adult First Aid | CPR AED
Before advancing to BLS training, I completed my HSI Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED refresher. This course is about more than just chest compressions; it’s about the “inspiring act of human kindness” involved in stepping up during a crisis. Read More
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Health & Safety Institute: Adult First Aid | CPR AED
After my neighbor, a training coordinator, posted a local CPR/AED class, I signed up to improve my preparedness. Despite a surge in local demand that pushed my date back, I mastered life-saving skills like Narcan administration and tourniquet application. Read More
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Naloxone Administration
In 2022, I completed the REVIVE! Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Education program via Zoom. Through the Northwestern Prevention Collaborative, I earned my certification and received two life-saving Narcan kits back when the medication was only available through specialized grant programs. Read More
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Eversweet Apiaries: Advanced Beekeeping
Continuing my journey with Eversweet Apiaries, I completed over six hours of Advanced Beekeeping instruction under Jennifer King. This intensive program focused on high-level hive management, including swarm prevention, colony splits, and the intricate science of queen introduction and re-queening. Read More