My transition into school librarianship allowed me to apply those skills in an educational setting, where I developed and led programs centered on information literacy, media fluency, and creative exploration. In the library, I worked to create an environment that encouraged curiosity, independence, and collaboration, helping students grow into thoughtful readers, critical thinkers, and confident users of information.

Alongside my nonprofit work, I am the founder of Rescue Threads, a custom lifeguard apparel and screen-printing business. Rescue Threads celebrates lifeguarding culture through thoughtfully designed apparel that reflects pride, identity, and community. The business also partners with lifeguard patrols, local organizations, and teams to produce high-quality, custom garments, combining strong design sensibility with practical function and durability. It remains an important creative outlet and entrepreneurial venture where I continue to explore branding, product design, and niche audience engagement.

Looking ahead, my goals center on continuing to merge creativity, education, and strategy. I am especially interested in expanding into instructional design and eLearning, where I can apply my background in multimedia and user-focused design to create engaging, accessible learning experiences. I am also pursuing opportunities in freelance and contract design work, allowing me to collaborate across industries and bring strong visual storytelling to a range of projects.

At the same time, I am committed to growing Rescue Threads into a focused, recognizable brand within the lifeguard community, with an emphasis on high-quality graphic apparel and a strong digital presence.

Across all of my work, I am driven by the same core idea: thoughtful design and storytelling have the power to connect people, communicate ideas clearly, and create experiences that resonate.