She graduated from the United States Military at West Point in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science. Upon graduation, she served as an active duty officer in the Army Corps of Engineers. Throughout her service, she was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas; Fort Carson, Colorado; and overseas on multiple tours of duty. She was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service in a combat zone.

She began her career in the financial services industry with New England Financial in 2007. She was selected by the Colorado Springs Business Journal as a Rising Star (known today as a 40 under 40 Rising Star) in 2009. She volunteered for the Peak Reader program, which led to her involvement on the Board of Trustees for Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD). Her board involvement continued from 2009-2019. She served as the Board President from 2012-2014, during which time PPLD was named Colorado Library of the Year for 2014.

She enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, and their daughter. They take full advantage of Colorado's many outdoor activities. Among their favorites are skiing, hiking and running in some of the region's most daunting race, like the Pikes Peak Ascent.