Maria has more than 30 years of experience in sports and recreation, with particular expertise in child supervision and youth athletics.  She is an expert in sports facility risk management and has specialty experience with swim schools, therapy facilities and water parks.

In addition to her forensic consulting, Maria owns and operates companies that provide swimming instruction and exercise programs to children and adults, and aquatic consulting services to colleges/universities, municipalities, school districts, general contractors, and the hotel/motel industry.  She has expertise and experience in hospitality operations, child care management, exercise, health club and recreation facility planning and operations.

Maria holds professional certifications through the American Red Cross, the National Recreation & Park Association, the National Swimming Pool Foundation and other national and international organizations.