About

I am a seasoned archaeologist with 30 years of experience, specializing in the intersection of cultural resource management and Tribal preservation.

For the past seven years, I have served as the Historic Preservation Officer for the Fort Yuma Quechan Indian Tribe, following 13 years as the Cultural Resources Manager and Archaeologist for the Cocopah Indian Tribe. My career also includes roles as an archaeologist with Federal agencies, including the Bureau of Land Management and Yuma Proving Ground.

I possess deep expertise in NEPA, NHPA, and Section 106 consultation, and am adept at functioning as a liaison between Tribes and State/Federal agencies to ensure the preservation of Native American cultural materials and traditional landscapes. I have cultivated strong working relationships with Federal, State, and local agencies, as well as representatives from various Colorado River Tribes, focusing on the protection of Traditional Cultural Properties, sacred sites, and cultural landscapes. My field experience spans Arizona and California, with a specific focus on ancient Indigenous ceramic technology.

Beyond my Tribal work, I am an Adjunct Professor of Anthropology at Arizona Western College and have dedicated 27 years to the Arizona Site Steward Program as the Yuma County regional coordinator, training volunteers in site monitoring and preservation.