Michelle brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience and a deep commitment to strengthening organizations that serve children, families, and communities. In this role, she will lead Child Justice into its next chapter, building upon the organization's strong foundation while advancing its mission, expanding its impact, and ensuring its continued strength and sustainability.

Throughout her career, Michelle has guided mission-driven organizations through growth, transformation, and organizational change. Her experience spans strategic planning, financial and operational oversight, fundraising and development, grant strategy, board governance, program expansion, staff development, and technology modernization. She has secured significant public and private funding, built strategic partnerships, expanded programs serving children and families, and strengthened organizational systems to create measurable and sustainable community impact.

Michelle holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership from Wilmington University, a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Bowie State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Her leadership and service have been recognized with the U.S. Army Medal for Civilian Service and Wilmington University's Distinguished Alumni Award.

As Executive Director, Michelle is responsible for the overall leadership and strategic direction of Child Justice, working alongside its attorneys, advocates, staff, Board of Directors, donors, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen the organization and advance its mission of protecting children and helping families achieve safety, stability, and access to justice.