Meet The Team

Across her roles, Molly has overseen statewide continuing education and conference programming, budget planning and management, workforce pipeline initiatives, Board engagement, and chapter operations. She has coordinated advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels and developed partnerships with universities, agencies, legislators, and coalition organizations to support the social work workforce and strengthen professional standards. Her systems-level experience includes service on the West Virginia Juvenile Justice Commission and the Court Improvement Program Oversight Board, where she contributed to policy and oversight efforts aimed at improving outcomes for children, families, and youth involved in the justice system.

 

Molly is a social worker by training and brings a leadership style grounded in listening, transparency, and relationship building. She is committed to elevating the voices of social workers, expanding access to high-quality professional development, and ensuring that NASW remains a trusted partner and advocate for the profession across both states.

 

Molly holds a Master of Social Work with a specialization in Leadership and Development in the Social Services from Loyola University Chicago and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Management. She is currently completing her MBA at the University of Illinois Gies College of Business. She is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois and holds the Certified Social Work Manager credential.

 

Molly is honored to serve the social work communities of both Virginia and West Virginia and looks forward to working alongside members, students, and partners throughout the region.