Carol is a nationally recognized leader in the disability community and a lifelong advocate for disadvantaged people. She recently stepped down after 35 years as executive director of the Tennessee Disability Coalition, an organization she helped to found.. The Coalition’s work is grounded in collaborative efforts to improve policy and opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families. Her background and training are in special education, disability, and public policy. She has helped to establish a number of disability advocacy programs and agencies in Tennessee.