I was born and raised in the Lansing area and have lived in Michigan my whole life.

Graduated from Olivet College with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology in 1981.

Worked at Olivet College for twelve years as Director of Admissions and Interim Vice President.

During my employment at Olivet College, I completed one semester of graduate work at Western Michigan University.

Firefighter with the City of Marshall for four years.

In 1992, I became a volunteer with the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Services. I have served 16 years as a volunteer with the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office.

Worked at Battle Creek Radio (4 station group) for eleven years as General Sales Manager and Interim General Manager.

Hired full-time in January 2008 by the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management. Unanimous Calhoun County Board approval in May 2008 to the position of Director of Emergency Management.

I currently reside in the City of Springfield, in Calhoun County.