Ann Ray began her career in IT as a mainframe programmer. User advocacy led to a varied career in information development and involvement in STC. For over twenty years, she has worked for small private firms and large government agencies, producing software user assistance, proposals, and Web content. She is currently working as a contract technical writer and Web content manager at the Department of Labor in Washington, DC.

Ann is a senior member of STC. She served as the chapter's Vice President in 2012. Ann served as the chapter's Second Vice President and Competitions Manager in 2006 and 2007. She has been the Employment Committee manager and Competition Committee manager in previous years. Ann earned a Distinguished Chapter Service Award (DCSA) in 2013.

Ann graduated from American University and has lived and worked in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. She lives by the Chesapeake Bay happily rehabing her home. Her two grown daughters and one son live in the DC metropolitan area. She is active in her community writing newsletters, dance programs, grant proposals, bylaws, and a church Website.

Last modified: 26 October 2022