Tracy K. Macdonald is from Columbus, Georgia and holds a B.A. in Sociology from Wesleyan College. She is a public speaker and Fraud and Risk consultant and drawing on her experience as a former Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service, as a Counter-Terrorism Instructor for the Defense Intelligence Agency, and as a Lead Associate in Counter-Illicit Finance for Booz Allen Hamilton Consulting.

Tracy is a passionate advocate for helping women advance in unprecedented fields, breaking barriers and setting new standards. From her beginnings as a southern debutante to a professional with a mission and a badge, her journey is a testament to a woman’s resilience and determination.

Since 2013, Tracy has been living overseas as a diplomat with her husband, son, and Golden Retriever “Biscuit” supporting the U.S. mission, most recently in Libreville, Gabon. Living and working abroad has given Tracy a unique perspective of the challenges and opportunities facing families in the Foreign Service. Tracy thrives in dynamic environments that demand innovative thinking, adaptation, and strategic insights. Her commitment to integrity and excellence drives her to deliver impactful solutions that safeguard financial systems and promote global security.

Tracy is a passionate advocate for advancing women in unprecedented fields, breaking barriers and setting new standards. Her professional journey in challenging environments, such as her time as a federal agent with the U.S Secret Service is a testament to a woman’s resilience and determination.

Tracy’s personal passions are nature photography, exploring new cultures, and writing. She captures her travels and life as an expatriate on her personal blog, Carpe Diem Creative. She’s an active member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA), and has recently completed the first draft of her debut fiction novel, “Becoming McKenna.” Her freelance articles have been published in Bella Grace Magazine and on Stampington & Company’s official blog, ‘Grace Notes’.