I was born and raised in Merrill, and have lived in Central Wisconsin my entire life.
My wife Christina and I have two children, Casandra and Kobe, that have gone to school in the Merrill School District.
We are an active family that participates in various athletic and outdoor activities.
I have coached in various capacities in football, volleyball, basketball, softball, and baseball.
Both my wife and I were leaders for our children within Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts.
I was the General Manager, a Board Member, and a Coach for the Central Wisconsin Spartans Semi-Pro Football team.
I am the Past-President of the Northern Elite Football League that competes in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
I have been elected to the Merrill Area Public Schools School Board. I have served on many committees. I served for 2 years as the Board Clerk. I currently serve as the Board President.