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 who was married to Michael Fleeson June 12, 2010.