Why I Chose Virginia Tech

I never imagined when I graduated from Virginia Tech that I would make my career here as well. I sometimes envy my friends that left but not for the reason you might imagine. As an alumna with more than twenty years of service working at Virginia Tech, I've seen the great work we do as well as the very worst and saddest days. On those bad days, I envy my friends blind love and Hokie devotion. But you know what? If I could do it all again, I would select my same path. Staying here, I've had countless opportunities to knowingly love Virginia Tech. I had the privilege of working with the dedicated team that built our Dining Services into one of the best in the country. I've taken photos from the rooftops of our most iconic buildings. I've led and worked with award-winning teams. I've helped guide new students and their families during move-in and I've seen some of those same students transformed by their Virginia Tech experience. Most importantly, I've grown, learned, and transformed. Today I'm taking the next step in my journey by applying for the open position of Licensing and Trademarks Director.
I thrive on having the responsibility to make things happen and I enjoy finding solutions. I would be excited to have a role where I could use my strategic planning and management skills. I gain energy from research, preparation, and delivery of presentations especially if they result in solving a problem and/or building collaborative relationships. Most importantly, I feel I am ready to take on a director role and was encouraged by my references to