Hello from WV! I have been working within state-level government since Jan 1988 and have risen through various levels of opportunity and have learned via on-the-job and by taking various classes to increase my education and knowledge level in doing so.I have worked for five different gov't agencies as well as part time in the retail industry.I enjoy working with people but also like the analytics and accounting functions. I feel that working within a group/team has developed strengths in me to build on for any type of project. I can (and will) also work alone if the project fits that type of delivery, etc.I am the proud mother of one daughter and 2 beautiful grandchildren. My young grandson has sparked a lot of creativity in my life! I am also team leader of our Women's Ministry Group in my local church and a part of the children's ministry group.I wish I had pursued certification much sooner but thought my career path was going to go in a different direction, so I neglected furthering my education related to procurement. I do look forward to interaction and gaining/using all the knowledge learned through NIGP and you all!