Certified Genealogist®

I was born and raised in Rochester, New York. I have always had an interest in history, researching, and problem solving. In 2002, my grandfather received a family narrative from a cousin which traced his family back to the early 1600’s. Included in this story was my 5th great-grandfather who at 17 years old joined the continental army during the American Revolution. After reading this narrative, I was hooked and have been working on my family tree ever since. Genealogy has become my passion and I have been fortunate enough to turn it into something more than hobby. I look forward to helping you learn more about your family’s history.

Certifications:

        - Certified Genealogist, Board for Certification of Genealogists; no. 1148

Education:

        - Bachelor of Science Business Administration SUNY Brockport 2001

        - ProGen 56 Study Group 2022

        - New York Genealogical & Biographical Society “New York State Research Fundamentals” 2023

        - Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy “The Art of Writing Client Reports” 2023

Professional Organizations:

        - Association of Professional Genealogists

        - Rochester Genealogical Society - Treasurer/Board Member

        - New York Genealogical & Biographical Society

        - National Genealogical Society

        - Virtual Genealogical Association

        - National Society Sons of the American Revolution

I adhere to the Ethics and Standards of the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) (https://bcgcertification.org/ethics-standards) and the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) Code of Ethics and Professional Practices (https://www.apgen.org/cpages/code-of-ethics).

My work follows the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) published by the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG):

1. Reasonably exhaustive research.

2. Complete and accurate source citations.

3. Thorough analysis and correlation.

4. Resolution of conflicting evidence.

5. Soundly written conclusion based on the strongest evidence.

The words Certified Genealogist and its acronym, CG, are registered trademarks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists®, used under license by board certificants who meet competency standards.