Sharon J. Stone is a highly respected public servant and a committed advocacy community leader. She is mission driven and a proven leader. Sharon is a Certified Defense Financial Manager with the Department of Defense with over 40 years of civilian service. She received the Meritorious Service Award Civilian Service for her tremendous, dedicated service as a Senior Financial Analyst and Performance Planning Program Manager. She develops, implements, evaluates, and continuously evolves an annual strategic planning program. These programs integrate healthcare clinical and business operations in a standard process. She is also the recipient of the Spirit of Service Award from the Department of Defense for Public and Community Service. Additionally, she is the recipient of numerous awards at the local level. Lastly, Sharon is currently enrolled into the Sorensen Political Leaders Program.