Retired production manager at the Hallmark Cards plant in Leavenworth. I've worked in the Hallmark and Select products plants for over 23 years in my Hallmark career.

Retired United States Navy Captain with 28 years of service to our nation, both active duty and reserve. Veteran of Foreign Wars life-member with deployments to Iraq and Kuwait Lisa and I have raised our family here, including our 3 kids who are graduates of Lansing High School.

Member of St. Francis de Sales parish and a past member of the Pastoral Council and Finance Committee.

Past member (14 years) of the Alliance Against Family Violence (AAFV) Board of Directors, including Finance Officer and Vice-Chairman of the Board.

Advocate and supporter of the United Way of Leavenworth County.