-Ravenna High School Graduate, class of 1979
-Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science/ Criminal Justice
1985 from the University of Akron
-Resides in Ravenna Twp with wife, son, and daughter
-Elected Ravenna Township Trustee in 2007
-Coached youth sports for 25 years
-Officiated High School Sports for 15 years
-Has been employed in the Public Sector for 20 years
-Currently employed with the Portage County Adult
Probation Department.