As we celebrate Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, Supply House Times is shining the spotlight on 10 influential women who are leading the PHCP-PVF industry to great success.

How long have you been in the industry, and how did you get your start?

I’ve been in this industry for nine years. Before that, I spent 17 years with a great industrial equipment distribution company and wasn’t hunting for a new path. Then an opportunity at O’Connor showed up. It offered a bigger leadership role and after my first interview, the right decision came into focus.

My job kept evolving. I moved from VP of operations at O’Connor to president, then into my current role as regional vice president, where I support four business units across eight states.

What skill has been most critical to your advancement that people might not expect?

Looking ahead and staying optimistic has made the biggest difference. When people can see where they’re going and feel supported, they perform at a different level. Creating clarity, building confidence and setting expectations helps my team stay focused on what’s possible.

Where do you feel you are currently making the greatest impact in your organization or industry?

Companies that can connect data to action, tighten up processes and stay adaptable will grow faster than the rest. The future belongs to organizations that use technology to improve service for their customers.

Where do you see the most opportunity for growth in our industry?

I like turning ideas into motion: Aligning people, adjusting processes and helping teams stay focused on the work that matters most.

mSupply reflects that mindset too. It is a fantastic example in this industry of an organization that has defined a clear and concise strategy, then aligned the right people to execute it.