Bonnie was born and raised in Shelby, NC. She is a proud graduate of NC State holding both a bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s in higher education administration. Bonnie began her professional career at NC State where she spent 15+ years serving in a variety of roles, including the Director of Admissions for the Poole College of Management. She currently serves as the Director of Operations for Beacon Street Development in Raleigh. Bonnie is a member of Holy Trinity Church where she leads a community group, serves in the children’s ministry, and is an alum of the New City Fellows.