Major Product/SVS:
Bus routes to and from schools
Hobbies/Sports:
Grand children; Enjoys the Mountains; Traveling; Outdoors
Affiliations Awards:
Secretary, Treasurer, New Mexico School Transportation Association
Children's Names:
Rob and Shaun. Grand children Chance, Chelsie, Justin, Dusty, Robby Jr.
Charity:
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
23
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, good relationships with employees, and treating others as she would like to be treated.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
Debby was a bus driver for over 30 years, she has worked her way up to the top as the owner of her own company Ballard Bus Company.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing day-to-day responsibilities; Running the company; Scheduling; Setting routes; Overseeing 45 employees
Education Certifications:
Certified School Bus Driver Instructor
Awards/Honors:
New Mexico Woman of the Year (2004); Presidential Commission (2008)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Ballard hopes to stay busy with the second bus company she recently purchased.