Kristen Maszarose holds a B.A.in Business from Ohio University and M.S. in Management, Marketing specialization, from the University of Maryland University College (now known as the University of Maryland Global Campus). Her professional experience ranges from sales and marketing to advising at the higher education level. She has been teaching in both the online and face-to-face environment for eight years. Kristen is currently a Program Director and Associate Professor at Carroll Community College teaching business, marketing, and personal finance courses.