Jane has taught over 500 women the skills of non-violent communications over the last several years.  Because of the training she has done, many lives have improved and resolutions to challenges in families have brought peace into their homes and jobs.   She is is passionate about enhancing interpersonal relationship through more complete and honest communication. 

Jane (BA’89) graduated from the University of Texas, San Antonio with a degree in Business Management.  Following graduation she worked as an expense analyst for Meir & Frank – Oregon’s largest department store chain.  A few years later, Jane along with her husband Dix, established Century Dental, LLC.  She managed the office for a number of years, developing it and growing it into one of the top tiered practices in the United States.

Jane served as BYU Chapter Chair for the Portland, Oregon Alumni Chapter for the past four years.  Part of the responsibility involves raising money to give tuition scholarships to kids in need.  Jane is currently serving on the Board of Directors for BYU Alumni Association.

She and her husband Dix have been happily married for 30 years.  Their favorite activities are spending time with their children and traveling.  Her hobbies include gardening, hiking, and reading.