Professional Genealogist

My Roots Research LLC

Genealogy has been my passion for many years, starting back in the 1990’s when I first went to look for my grandmother in the census, at the Wilkes University library (on microfilm before any records were online). It was like looking for a needle in a haystack, but I found her and I was hooked.

Since that day, I have taken educational courses to learn about the research standards for a Professional Genealogist. I use the Genealogy Standards as my guide, conducting my research according to these standards.

My background as an Industrial Engineer, (BS Penn State) along with an MBA (Marist College) allows me to use engineering problem solving skills for genealogy. I spent many years doing problem analysis and problem resolution in both a manufacturing and healthcare environment.

Acquiring Italian citizenship through Jure Sanguinis - through descent - was a process I completed for myself, and for my son, and I can assist you with this process.

My experience as the past Treasurer and volunteer at the Columbia County Historical & Genealogical Society in Bloomsburg, PA provided opportunities to be educated on records from central PA.

My membership in the National Genealogical Society, and the Association of Professional Genealogists provides many additional educational opportunities to continue my journey.

I am ready to take on your genealogical challenge.

Certificates

Boston University Certificate in Genealogical Research

ProGen Study Group Certificate

Institutes

GRIP - Genealogy Research Institute of Pittsburgh

Gen-Fed - Genealogical Institute on Federal Records

Work

Worked for Trace.com as a Genealogical Editor

Researched and provided information for Finding Your Roots television program.