Danielle has been a flight attendant with CommutAir since 2017. She started out being very active with the union, as she comes from a strong union home. Danielle sees union leadership as an integral role in her life and has held many roles within the union such as trustee, vice president, and currently local lodge president. Danielle was a grievance rep for many years now holding the position grievance chair. Danielle very much looks forward to upholding the values of the IAM as well as upholding standards for her work group. Danielle’s tenure with the union has led her to find a passion within union leadership and aviation. Danielle has a degree in psychology with a history of customer service and hospitality. Danielle has lived in many places throughout the United States and in Europe, broadening her horizons and frame of mind. However, she always considers Chicago to be home; where her family including 11 amazing nieces and nephews reside. Travel is in her blood, but her loving family always tethers her to sweet home Chicago. Danielle’s hobbies include; cooking, baking, and cocktails; caring for her plants and spending time in the garden; family game night, exploring new cities and singing along to life. She’s always a happy and optimistic person with a strong head and professional mind on her shoulders — someone who is always trying to help her fellow human, and bring unity to the world.