I’m an ATP-rated pilot, A320 type-rated, former Part 121 First Officer, and FAA Certified Flight Instructor with a passion for aviation, leadership, and lifelong learning. After building a successful career as a public safety executive leading large emergency service organizations, I’m returning to the flight deck to continue serving in a professional airline environment. My background in aviation, healthcare, and executive leadership has reinforced the values of teamwork, sound judgment, professionalism, and safety that I bring to every flight.

Education

University of Texas at Dallas
Ph.D., Public Affairs - GPA 3.79
Colorado State University
MBA - GPA 3.56
University of Texas at Arlington
B.S., Nursing - GPA 3.79
Austin College
B.A., Business & Psychology -
Comair Aviation Academy (Delta Connection Flight Academy) & FlightSafety International
Professional Pilot Program -

Work Experience

Instructor Pilot & Transport Mission Pilot – Civil Air Patrol (UASF Auxiliary – TX391 Dallas, TX)
Civil Air Patrol 01-06-2026 - Present Conduct missions supporting CAP’s operational and humanitarian and Cadet orientation flight objectives. Perform mission planning, risk assessment, and in-flight decision-making with strict adherence to FAA/CAP regulations. Instructor Pilot delivering standardized flight training, evaluations, & mentorship.
First Officer
Atlantic Southeast Airlines (Delta Connection) 01-02-2002 - 31-12-2005 Operated CRJ-200 aircraft in domestic and international operations under FAR Part 121. Applied advanced Crew Resource Management (CRM) in coordination with Captains, ATC, and ground crews. Executed precise flight planning, systems management, and in-flight decision-making in challenging conditions.
Deputy Fire Chief
City of Frisco, TX 01-05-2005 - Present Progressive leadership growth from Firefighter/Paramedic to Deputy Fire Chief. UAS Program Manager. Executive leader managing 250 personnel across Fire/Rescue/EMS, Emergency Management, Training & Logistics divisions. Directed $50M+ budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimal resource optimization. Led Incident Command for large-scale emergencies and major events, ensuring seamless multi-agency coordination. Implemented policies, training programs, and technology solutions improving operational efficiency, readiness, & safety. Mentored senior officers, fostering leadership development, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
Emergency Department Nurse
Baylor Scott & White – Centennial, TX 01-09-2009 - 31-12-2013 Provided emergency nursing care in a high-volume, fast-paced environment & coordinated with multidisciplinary teams.
Flight Paramedic/Nurse
CareFlite, TX 01-02-2002 - 31-12-2013 Provided critical care transport by air; served as preceptor for new clinicians and conducted quality assurance reviews.
Clinical Base Manager & Flight Paramedic
American Medical Response, TX 01-01-1994 - 31-12-2000 Managed helicopter EMS base operations, staffing, readiness, and safety compliance.

Highlights

City of Frisco Employee of the Year
18-01-2018
Frisco FD Fire Chief’s Award
14-01-2014
Paramedic of the Year
07-01-2007
Lifesaving Award

Aircraft Experience

A-318/319/320/321
  • Last Training: September 18, 2025
  • Training Type: Initial Type Rating
  • Facility: ATP Jets
CRJ200
  • Time in Type: 1676 hrs
  • Last Training: July 18, 2026
  • Training Type: Recurrent