Executive Director
Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners
Type of Business: State Agency
Based in: Reno and Las Vegas NV
Hails from: Sparks, NV
Years Org. has been in Nevada: 125
Years with Organization in Nevada: 20
Employees in NV: 45
How did you get into this line of work?
In early 2004, I was approached by the Board’s executive director at the time, who was aware that I had worked at the Nevada Attorney General’s Office for several years in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and that I had experience prosecuting fraud cases, as well as elder abuse cases. I started with the Board in April of 2004 as deputy general counsel, and ultimately became the Board’s executive director in January of 2015.
What career advice would you give to someone just starting?
Give all you have every day. If you truly work hard, you will stand out amongst your peers, and you will reap the benefits.
What is your favorite business book?
“How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie. I first read it in my teens. Its lessons transcend time and human nature.
If you were going to teach a college course, what would you teach?
I would teach a course on American history, as it has always been something I’ve enjoyed learning about. This country has such a unique and complex creation and evolution.
What is the best moment of your career?
I am most proud of having served twenty-six years in the Reserve Component of the United States Air Force. Initially as an enlisted member, and later as an officer member after returning from law school.
What is the most difficult experience you encountered as a leader?
The COVID pandemic was uncharted territory and made it extremely challenging for the board to continue our regular day-to-day operations, although the expectations of the board were just the same as prior to the pandemic. It seemed that every day there was some new problem or conundrum to address and work through.
What do you hope future generations can learn from your professional journey?
Working in the public sector can be extremely rewarding if you choose to make it a career. Whether serving in the military or in a position of state government, you’re going to meet some great people throughout your career. It is an opportunity to contribute to our societies’ greater good.
