I have dedicated by entire professional career to service to the profession, to the community and to others.
Leading
I served as national chair of this vital organization that represents journalists at television and radio stations around the country. From lobbying on behalf of journalists to providing ethical training, RTDNA is an important voice in journalism.
Radio Television digital news association (RTDNA)
After completing my service as chair of RTDNA, I served an additional year as chair of its foundation, RTDNF. This foundation is responsible for scholarships and promotion the future of broadcast and digital journalism.
Radio Television digital news Foundation (RTDNF)
National Academy of television arts and sciences (NATAS)
I served as a national trustee to NATAS, helping lead this organization dedicated to honoring the best in local television with the Emmy awards, as well as developing the next generation of TV pros.
NATAS has regional chapters all over the country, working locally to honor TV excellence and develop future TV leaders. I served as chapter president at NATAS - Mid-America.
National Academy of television arts and sciences - Mid-America
By serving as national president of the Carole Kneeland Project, I led efforts started in Carole’s name to improve the management of local newsrooms.
Carole kneeland project for responsible journalism
I served as president of the board of this local film festival dedicated to showcasing talented filmmakers from around the Midwest, the country and the world.
Kansas City Film Fest International
Missouri Motion Media Association
I served as a board member of this organization working to bring more film and television projects to Missouri.
I served as a screener for the True/False Film Fest, rating submitted films and writing reviews for the programmers. I also conducted post-film Q&A sessions with filmmakers during the fest.
