From my early days at the Boys and Girls Club in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, I first learned to navigate the potential of my aspirations. I couldn’t imagine that I would be leading digital transformations at global powerhouses like Black & Veatch and The Coca-Cola Company.
My passion for technology began with an old, donated computer at the Club—a relic to some but a gateway to a new world for me. I was fascinated by its potential.
Fast-forward a few years, and I was pursuing a degree in Computer Science from Alabama A&M University, driven by the belief that technology could fundamentally enhance how we interact with the world.
After university, my career took its first significant turn at AT&T, where I spent thirteen years and gained invaluable experience that set the stage for my future endeavors. My journey then led me to The Coca-Cola Company, where I spent over a decade leading digital marketing initiatives. This role allowed me to manage global campaigns and engage millions of consumers through innovative technology, honing my ability to apply tech strategically to drive business growth.
In 2018, I joined Young Living Essential Oils as the Executive Vice President of Digital and Strategic Planning. My role was to digitalize the global promotions process, enhancing efficiency by 300% and orchestrating the most successful digital Black Friday event in the company’s history, generating over $71 million in a single day.
The culmination of these experiences prepared me for my role at Black & Veatch, where, as CIO, I lead the digital transformation across 106 global markets. Here, I introduced a venture capital model for funding innovation, significantly increasing our ROI and establishing the Global Business Innovation Committee.
Throughout my career, the lessons from the Boys and Girls Club remained with me, emphasizing the importance of community and mentorship. Coming full circle, I am proud to now serve on the National Board of Trustees, giving back to the organization that played such a crucial role in my early development.
My leadership philosophy has always been guided by a few core principles: innovation is continuous, leadership is about improving others, and true success comes from transformative collaboration.
As I continue my journey, I am driven by the potential to inspire and be inspired, to innovate, and to empower. Technology is my tool, leadership is my passion, and making a meaningful impact is my mission.
