Emily graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2020 with a master’s degree in special education-transition to work. She found a passion for working with adults with disabilities after spending 10 years as a caregiver to a man with autism and Down syndrome. In 2021, Emily became the director of adult day services at KAA, where she focuses on making a bigger impact on the disability community. She is engaged and looking forward to marrying her best friend of 10 years in 2023. They have a 7-year-old son and look forward to growing their family. Emily is a musician in an acoustic duo called “Not Far from the Tree.”