Describe the proudest moment in your career.

One of my proudest moments was when I was invited to be one of the first regional leaders for the Women’s Resource Network in middle Tennessee. The Women’s Resource Network group was created to maximize A. O. Smith’s potential for profitable growth by further developing women’s talents and leadership qualities in a community of support.

What challenges do women face in this profession? Can you give a personal example?

Having the opportunities to be promoted and grow professionally.

How can we increase the number of women in HVACR?

By creating opportunities that expose women to the HVACR industry, such as networking and presenting, as well as being intentional around long-term goal planning.

What does your day-to-day job entail?

My current role involves frequent interaction with A. O. Smith’s legal and continuous improvement teams as we seek to streamline and optimize operations within the business. Recently, I took it upon myself to assess A. O. Smith’s service provider groups to create more efficiencies and better support customers. My team and I worked to align the field service employees with regional sales managers so that there is always support in the field — delivering a better customer experience and providing in-the-field employees with a healthier work-life balance.

What remains on your HVACR bucket list — what do you aspire to do that you haven’t accomplished yet?

I aspire to mentor young female professionals in the HVACR space. Especially the women that desire to advance professionally while carrying the load as single parents.

What advice do you have for prospective women who are considering entering the HVACR field?

Bring your whole self to work. Develop and increase business acumen. Build your network. Do not be afraid to try new things.