I am a lifelong resident of Big Beaver Borough and served two terms as Vice President of Big Beaver Borough Council. I previously served on the borough's recreation board for nine years and coached my daughter's softball team for five years.
I currently serve as a volunteer firefighter for the Big Beaver Borough Volunteer Fire Company.
Prior to being elected as State Representative in 2006, I worked for Ag Hog Pittsburgh for 22 years. My duties included customer relations, system design and field service.
I reside locally in Big Beaver Borough with my wife, Cindy, who owns and operates Simply Hair and Nails. We have one daughter, Jamie, a photographer and currently attending the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.