Stephanie received her law degree from Howard University School of Law. She has also worked for all levels of government entities. As a former trial attorney for child protective services, she was an advocate for children ensuring their health, safety and welfare. As an environmental planner for a regional governmental authority she was instrumental in coordinating city governments throughout a vast metropolitan region in the implementation of coordinated environmental programs. While in recent years, she regularly provides advice pertaining to compliance with discrimination laws and regulations.

Stephanie is active throughout the community, often pertaining to child advocacy and civic matters. She has volunteered her time and resources to her daughter’s school and is a member of the Parent Teacher Association. For the past several years, she has served as a Girl Scout troop leader and Troop Cookie Manager, for girls ages 6-9 who attend several different CMS schools. The troop routinely focuses on skills that are developing the girls into future leaders. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, a public service organization, serving on the social action committee.

Stephanie decided to move to the Charlotte area to start a family. This was an easy decision for her growing up in a similar southern city of Dallas, Texas. Stephanie loved the fact that Charlotte and its residents had all of the charm of a southern town and the bustle of a metropolitan city that is emerging as one of the top places to live in the country. Her husband also has deep seeded roots in the Carolinas. It did not take long for Stephanie to become acclimated and involved in the community and engaged with the children of Charlotte. Stephanie, her husband, nine year old daughter and four year son love to explore the many educational and cultural activities Charlotte has to offer by frequently visiting the city’s libraries, parks and museums.