As team leader, Mandy is a busy lady. She oversees Ability1st staff and programs, grant management, directs consumer services, fundraising, community relations, and human resources. Though she was born in Norfolk, Virginia, she was raised in Tallahassee and is an active member of the community. A typical day in the office for Mandy includes at least one Zoom meeting, lots of phone calls with community partners and prioritizing where she can be most helpful to our organization. She is inspired each day by her family and her personal motto is to remain focused, flexible and friendly in all situations.