Michelle joined GTO in 2020. Prior to this position, she served the state at the Department of Transportation and Department of Environmental Quality as a Lean coach. Michelle shared her passion for the state’s continuous improvement program, the Arizona Management System, with her colleagues to create a cultural change.

Michelle graduated with honors from Grand Canyon University with a degree in education and a second degree in corporate wellness. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, dogs and traveling to the beach.