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My Accomplishments

Genealogist holding old church records books in Cuban church.

Professional Genealogist since 2004

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Accredited Genealogist ® through ICAPGEN since 2007

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Lead Genealogist for research on 23 episodes of "Who Do You Think You Are"

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Guest Genealogist on camera for 15 episodes of "Who Do You Think You Are"

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Numerous media appearances on national TV and radio

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Wyoming State Young Historian of the Year (2001)

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