Michelle joined Apereo as a content editor in 2012. Over the years, she has grown in responsibility as the Foundation has grown. As the communications manager, she oversees Apereo's external communication channels, including the website, social media outlets, and Apereo's newsletter. Michelle also shares responsibility for managing Apereo's internal messaging to over 20 constituent communities via mail lists and Slack. Michelle authors the Apereo Foundation Fast interview series and oversees the Apereo Dolphin Award and Fellowship nomination process.
Michelle has spent the last decade of her career working with education and non-profit organizations as they solve their technology challenges using open source software.
Michelle holds a B.A. in Psychology from Agnes Scott College and a Master of Theological Studies from Emory University. She lives in Tucker, GA, with her husband, son, ornery orange cat, and two giant dogs. When not at work, she enjoys gardening, reading, and eating all manner of delicious things.