Dey Watkins joined the Foundation in November 2023. Having a heart for the well-being of people and animals alike is what led her to the NFFF. The Foundation’s mission speaks to her sense of duty and desire to make a difference. During her career, Dey has held numerous administrative positions, most recently with the Maryland Youth Ballet as Assistant Registrar. Dey is determined to use her extensive administrative and customer service skills, her pursuit of excellence, and her moral compass as tools to fulfill her duties while upholding the mission and integrity of the Foundation. She’s a classically trained dancer who has performed at various prestigious venues such as: the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage and the White House for Michelle Obama’s PBS Musical Theater special. Dey also, at the request of her former employer – PGCMLS, has led several dance events throughout the county. Her performing arts background has afforded her numerous life lessons in which she’s developed and used over the years, in both her personal and professional life. Dey currently resides in Silver Spring, MD.
