I was born in the Year of the Horse, and in 2026, the Year of the Horse returns; a meaningful symbol that has long reflected my own life journey. When my son graduated from college, I purchased an Arabian horse, beginning a lifelong connection that has included seven of my own Arabian horses over my life as well as serving on the Board of the local Arabian Horse Association.
Horses teach patience, calm focus, and respect. They cannot be forced into unfamiliar situations; trust must be earned through consistency, fairness, and steady leadership. These lessons have shaped my approach to life, leadership and public service.
Earlier in life, I made history in 1972 at the age of 17 by winning the world’s first women’s six-mile race, the Crazylegs Mini-Marathon in New York City’s Central Park. This achievement came just three weeks before the signing of Title IX into law, a landmark moment that ensured equal funding and opportunities for women in federally funded education. Today, the New York Mini Marathon is recognized as the world’s premier women’s road race, drawing more than 8,000 runners each year, including Olympians from around the globe.
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Throughout my diverse professional career, I have held a wide range of roles that reflect both leadership and hands-on experience. These include serving as an Early Childhood Teacher for the Department of Social Services, a Bookkeeper for a dental clinic, a Trade Show Marketing Manager, a Purchasing Manager, and a Purchasing Director for an international software company. I also served as General Manager for a large home services provider, overseeing operations and workforce leadership.
I am a longtime small business owner in Loveland and a dedicated observer of the city’s civic life. Prior to seeking public office, I spent three years regularly attending City Council meetings, gaining a deep understanding of local governance and community needs. I was first elected Mayor of Loveland in November 2017 and subsequently re-elected in 2019, 2021, and 2023.
As Mayor, I have remained deeply engaged with the community, regularly supporting organizations and initiatives such as KidsPak, attending veterans’ events, school functions, and regional meetings, and serving on multiple boards and commissions, including the Platte River Power Authority. In seeking election to the Colorado State Legislature, I bring an unwavering commitment to transparency, equality, and the fair treatment of all individuals, guided by a belief in responsive, accountable government that serves the entire community.
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