What are you up to now?

I’m currently a 4th-grade teacher in Birmingham, Alabama. I also serve as the secretary for the TSU Birmingham Alumni Chapter and as the Admin Captain for the media team at Rehoboth Church Birmingham. A lot of what I do now involves leadership, communication, organization, and creativity, all of which were strengthened during my time with MOXIE.

What’s something you still carry with you from your time at MOXIE?
One thing I still carry with me is the importance of professionalism, creativity, and showing up with excellence no matter what role you’re in. MOXIE taught me that the small details matter and that the work you do behind the scenes still has an impact. It also gave me a different perspective on marketing and social media and showed me how much strategy, creativity, and intentionality go into building a brand and connecting with people.

How did the internship shape you personally or professionally?
The internship helped me build my professional confidence. It taught me how to work in different environments, communicate effectively, and be adaptable. Personally, it also reminded me of the value of being dependable, teachable, and willing to grow.

What’s been the biggest highlight of your journey since then?
One of the biggest highlights has definitely been becoming an educator and making an impact on students every day. Another major milestone was earning both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Tennessee State University and continuing to grow in leadership roles within my community and the organizations I’m part of.

Looking back, what did being part of MOXIE mean to you?
Looking back, being part of MOXIE meant being part of something meaningful from the beginning. It was inspiring to watch a vision grow and to know I played a role in those early stages. It gave me experiences, lessons, and connections that I still appreciate today.