With over 15 years experience in international development, Aimee Teplinsky has worked in stabilization and democratic governance in West Africa, East Africa, Afghanistan, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Holding a dual degree from American University --MA in International Peace and Conflict Resolution and MBA in International Business, she has managed the operations of stabilization and democratic governance programs in conflict and post-conflict countries, in addition to creating and conducted capacity building curriculums for USAID, DfID, Department of State, and the UN. After 12 years living on and off overseas, she currently resides in Washington, DC.