I started riding at the age of 6 in Northern California at a 3-day event barn. From there I continued my riding education in Dressage under the tutelage of Lilo Fores. During this time I became a working student at the age of 12 assisting with summer camps and riding. In 1992 I then began my Hunter/jumper journey with Marian Nelson where my horse and I qualified for the zone 10 finals our first year together. I quickly became a working student riding several different horses a day. This is where I learned many skills regarding horse care and management.  In the Fall of 1999 I took the position of Head Riding School instructor, Barn Manager & Assistant Trainer of Avalon Hunter/Jumpers where I managed over 55+ horses.  In 2006, after taking a little break to raise my 2 young children, I opened up my own Training stables and Sales barn.  I still continue to train and coach my clients when time permits. 

Although I loved to teach and train I always felt unfulfilled looking for a nonprofit to be apart of.  After attending a workshop at Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch in 2006 that taught the in's & out's of running a nonprofit for Equine Therapy I was hooked .  Over the past 12 years I've worked and consulted for several Equine therapy programs throughout Southern California.  When family brought me to Bakersfield nearly 4 years ago, I discovered M.A.R.E.  Bakersfield has shown me some new adventures including raising a toddler and two teenagers. Though I am a busy Mom of 3 kids,  I am so excited to be apart of this amazing program, and I am eager to help MARE continue to thrive and grow.