Deb was born in Anderson, Indiana. She earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Ball State University, and a law degree from Gonzaga School of Law. She practiced law for seven years before moving to Alaska. She has more than 20 years’ experience in managerial accounting in the gas and utilities industry. Deb has one daughter and 2 grandchildren. Deb works remotely from her home in North Carolina, and in her spare time, enjoys Geneology, reading and travel.