Bri has a passion for the nonprofits! Prior to joining Elevate, she worked with local nonprofits such as the Oklahoma Zoological Society and the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Oklahoma City. Bri has over 10 years of experience in all aspects of fundraising including annual giving, grant management and stewardship. Her nonprofit passions include child well-being, animal welfare and mental health. She was also the Shared Systems Grant Writer for the Office of the Vice President for Research at Oklahoma State University. She was responsible for assisting five institutions with researching grant opportunities and writing proposals.

She is a graduate of Oklahoma State University (OSU) where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Broadcasting. Bri also earned her master’s degree from Oklahoma City University in Nonprofit Leadership and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). She has been volunteering as a mentor for Y-Achievers through her local YMCA for the past four years. As a mentor, Bri helps a group of high school freshmen explore learning styles, career paths, and communication styles to help prepare them for college, vocational or trade school or a career.

Bri and her husband, David, love to travel, hike and spend time with their dog Wrigley Pete. During the fall, you can find her cheering on her OSU Cowboys. Bri also enjoys doing puzzles, eating local and spending time with her niece and nephews. She also secretly loves to organize things!