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I'm State Campaign Organizer for Iowa at REFORM, where I lead criminal justice reform…
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I no longer judge the incarcerated. Here's why.
I no longer judge the incarcerated. Here's why.
A few years ago I began a new career as a manager in the temporary staffing industry. The experience changed my life.
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The View Outside my Window (and other assorted lies)
The View Outside my Window (and other assorted lies)
Just sipping coffee while enjoying this lovely view from my window. Okay, you got me: I'm not really orbiting Earth…
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Advice to Graduates: Get Over Yourselves
Advice to Graduates: Get Over Yourselves
Good evening! What an honor to be with you on this special day. I’m grateful to you, your families, your friends, the…
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How to Escape Your Past and Land a Job
How to Escape Your Past and Land a Job
I understand: Most LinkedIn networkers are successful professionals, unencumbered by shady pasts. Nevertheless, chances…
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Growth doesn’t just happen on the job it happens when you’re willing to invest in people. I had the opportunity to sit in on a personal development…
Growth doesn’t just happen on the job it happens when you’re willing to invest in people. I had the opportunity to sit in on a personal development…
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From the Georgia Gold Dome to Capitol Hill 💼✨ This week marked my first time lobbying in Washington, DC (and most certainly not the last). We…
From the Georgia Gold Dome to Capitol Hill 💼✨ This week marked my first time lobbying in Washington, DC (and most certainly not the last). We…
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We’re on Capitol Hill. 🙌 Today, our incredible partners and storytellers are meeting with lawmakers to advance the Safer Supervision Act—a bill…
We’re on Capitol Hill. 🙌 Today, our incredible partners and storytellers are meeting with lawmakers to advance the Safer Supervision Act—a bill…
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Experience
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Volunteer Experience
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Council Member (appointed by Governor Kim Reynolds)
Iowa Council on Homelessness
- 2 years
Social Services
The Iowa Council on Homelessness (ICH) is committed to ensuring that all Iowans have access to safe, decent and affordable housing. The ICH works to identify issues, raise awareness and secure resources that will allow all homeless Iowans to become self-sufficient.
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Board Member
JOPPA OUTREACH
- 5 years
Social Services
Joppa helps homeless people survive, get housing and rebuild their lives. Our mission is to create a community of unconditional love, support and hope for the homeless, as we work together to end homelessness.
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Board Member
YMCA Supportive Housing Campus
- 2 years
Social Services
The YMCA Supportive Housing Campus is a community solution to help eliminate homelessness by providing hope, dignity, and support in the form of permanent supportive housing.
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Community Leadership Program - Class of 2016
Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute
- 10 months
Each year, fifty emerging and existing leaders from the private, public and non-profit sectors of the community are selected to participate in this transformational program. The nine-month curriculum heightens participant awareness of current issues in the Greater Des Moines community, enhances leadership skills, and helps class members see themselves as partners for change. www.gdmli.com/Classof2016
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Vice President
Waterbury Neighborhood Association
- 3 years 6 months
The Waterbury neighborhood is a residential area of approximately 1,200 households in Des Moines, Iowa. The mission of the Waterbury Neighborhood Association is to preserve and enhance the quality of life, beauty, and historic significance of the Waterbury community. www.waterburyneighbors.org
Honors & Awards
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2021 Iowa Character Award — Citizen of Character (Honorable Mention)
Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University
In 2021 The Ray Center recognized three Iowans who demonstrate exceptional character in trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship: Dr. Simon Estes, Dr. Monic Behnken, and Kyle Horn.
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Public Policy Award (national level)
APSE (Association of People Supporting Employment First)
APSE's Public Policy Award annually honors one individual who inspires others to make a difference by engaging with elected officials and key stakeholders to promote policies that support the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community.
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Iowa APSE Advocacy Award
Iowa APSE
Iowa APSE annually recognizes an outstanding advocate for the employment of individuals with disabilities in Iowa.
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