With over 23 years of experience in professional office assistant positions and a track record of strong performance in high-volume, high-pressure environments, Connie skillfully manages center coordinator duties and collaborative relations with her colleagues at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Center of Excellence. As the center coordinator, she ensures the smooth operation of the center and efficient handling of maintaining budget records, executive level scheduling, travel, purchasing, handling confidential information, and more recent website updates and Youtube channel creation.  She is capable, determined, confident and well-organized center coordinator, with extensive experience in supporting mid and senior level faculty.  She enjoys working with the center’s two co-directors, multiple faculty members, staff,  and 13 collaborating universities.  Connie is inspired daily by her 3 grandchildren and when time allows, loves to travel.