I AM…
· Christian and attend Christ Church of the Valley in Mesa, AZ.
· I’ve led seven legislative bills in AZ (as a civilian), two of which are now law, and I have worked on legislation since 2009 in more than 30 states, federally, and with the Department of Defense.
· Precinct committeeman in Pinal County District 5.
· A state delegate for the upcoming general election.
· Certified poll observer in Arizona and recently observed the Superior, AZ, PPE election.
· Awards recipient of over 40 awards in advocacy and presented at health conferences in multiple countries, teaching medical providers, patient careers, industry, and legislators.
· Editor of iPain Living Magazine, a member of the Steering Committee of Arizona Chronic Care Together Coalition, a member of the HHS Injury and Prevention Board, and a writer for Pain News Network.
· Collegiate graduate from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
· Was a Division IA collegiate coach
· Was a legal assistant
· Served as Chairman and President of the International Pain Foundation.
· Best-selling author with ten books (five co-authored, five on my own) published. I live with a chronic and rare disease, went from a wheelchair to walking by taking control of my medical care, have helped tens of thousands with their care,
· Entrepreneur – I have started, run, and helped others start successful businesses.
· Member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Member, and Gamma Psi Fraternity Little Sister.
· Married to my husband (Ken Taylor)
· Living in Pinal County, since 2006. I moved to Arizona in 2003.
· Oh, and yes, a beauty pageant queen.
