Mary grew up in central Wisconsin and attended UW-La Crosse earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Management. Her resume includes: Director of Parks & Recreation, Development Director for the Boy Scouts of America, and Major & Planned Giving Specialist for a medical foundation. These incredible professional experiences have shaped her career in philanthropy and enhanced her desire to build stronger communities. Joining WisCorps feels like coming home to Mary – a blend of environmental education, conservation, service and philanthropy. As the Director of Development, she is eager to use her skills to enhance the organization's current work and build toward future goals together. Outside of work, she spends time with her family and friends, and enjoys boating, golf, pickleball, listening to live music, and traveling.