Debbie graduated from the University of Ulster at Jordanstown in 1998 with an Honours Degree in Economics.  After working in the banking sector for several years, in 2005/06 Debbie completed a Graduate Diploma in Accountancy at the University of Ulster at Jordanstown.  In September 2006, Debbie commenced her training contract with ASM Belfast and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2009.

Debbie has been working in the forensic accounting department in ASM Belfast since November 2008 and specialises in personal injury cases.