Christie Cole has over three decades of professional experience, primarily in educational and media environments. Since 2005, Christie has contributed to Charlotte Preparatory School in various roles, including School Operations and Event Manager, Executive Assistant to the Head of School, Community Relations Coordinator, and Business Office Associate. Prior to this, Christie served as VP Sales at Group W National Radio Sales from 1990 to 1997 and held the position of Senior Media Buyer at Tucker Wayne Luckie & Company from 1984 to 1989. Christie's early career began as an Assistant Media Buyer at Long, Haymes & Carr between 1982 and 1984. Academic qualifications include a BA in Business Management and Economics from North Carolina State University, obtained from 1978 to 1982.