Born: March 13, 1963 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana
Marital Status: Married
Children: Meredith, Amanda and Mark
Education: Bachelor's degree in finance from Miami University of Ohio
Employment/Military Record: Vice President of Sales, Captains Quarters; Michigan Army National Guard 1990-1996; former senior policy advisor, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Community Activities: Traverse City Rotary Club; Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce; Eagle Scout;
Religion: Methodist