She originally comes from Canada. She is a long-time member of JALT and has held various chapter positions, such as Membership Chair, Program Chair, and President. She is currently the Programs Chair of Niigata JALT. She has also held editorial positions, such as Associate Editor then Editor of JALT Journal and is currently a Senior Editor for PCP. Her research interests are in teacher education and the expatriate experience of education in Japan. She is also an advocate for adoption and fostering in Japan.