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Quixie began her career as an early childhood teacher in preschools in rural Colorado. She decided to become a speech-language pathologist to provide more services and reach more people in the rural area. After moving to the front range, Quixie became a school administrator at a residential center, where she worked for many years. Quixie continued her leadership role as a principal/district administrator in the public school sector. Shortly after leaving public schools, she joined Catalyst as a co-owner with Barb Taylor.

Quixie is passionate about being the voice for those who cannot advocate for themselves and supporting individuals and organizations with an awareness of emotional intelligence. She has spoken numerous times at the Colorado legislature assembly to increase mental health support and social-emotional awareness. She enjoys researching and forging new paths for better educational outcomes. She wholeheartedly believes in changing lives, one person at a time.

Quixie continues to advocate for at-risk students and families, contracts as a researcher and auditor, and supports organizations by mentoring leaders and implementing policies/procedures. She is also a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and coach.