1. What are your primary responsibilities?

My primary responsibilities at East Carolina University (ECU) are to support the growth and visibility of the program by performing academic research and teaching undergraduate courses in Finance and Risk Management/Insurance. More information can be found on my faculty profile.

2. Why did you choose the online Master of Science in Risk Management and Insurance (MS-RMI) Program at FSU?

My father, who is an alumnus of Florida State’s Online Master’s Program in Risk Management/Insurance (MS-RMI), and grandfather were both involved in the insurance industry and I knew I wanted to pursue a career in the field. After I obtained my undergraduate degree from Florida State, I realized that I wanted to continue my studies in risk management/insurance and the MS-RMI program seemed like the perfect fit for me. More specifically, I knew that it would give me more knowledge and experience that would provide me with upward mobility in either the insurance industry or academia.

3. How has the MS-RMI degree helped you in your current position and in achieving your career goals?

The MS-RMI degree helped me to think more deeply and critically about the many facets of the industry. Therefore, the program gave me a firm platform of knowledge and experience that helped me excel in a Ph.D. program. In fact, I still rely on the knowledge I gained from the MS-RMI program in my daily duties as a teacher and researcher. The faculty who teach in the program are also second-to-none and the relationships I developed with them have played an enormous role in advancing my career.

4. How have you stayed connected to FSU and/or the RMI Program?

I collaborate with several of the faculty members on academic research projects, which has helped to keep me closely connected with the program. Of course, I also bleed garnet and gold. I continue to follow Florida State athletics and visit campus when possible.

 

Learn more about the online Master of Science in Risk Management and Insurance (MS-RMI) program and how to apply at business.fsu.edu/MS-RMI.