I was born in Texas but have lived in the Williamsport, Pennsylvania area for most of my life. 

I have been married to Julie since 2009 and have four children: Riley, Chloe, Abby, and Levi. We have two Goldendoodles named Podo and Kalmar.* In my free time I enjoy construction projects around the house, kayaking, and fishing.

I graduated from Pennsylvania College of Technology as an Aircraft Mechanic in 2008 and spent several years working mostly on helicopters. In 2015, I returned to Penn College as an instructor for the Aviation Maintenance program. Since 2017, I have been leading the Youth Ministry at Lycoming Valley Baptist Church in Montoursville. I have greatly enjoyed working with the youth and the Lord has opened the door for me to serve in full-time ministry. As of June 2023, I have transitioned to the role of Associate Pastor of Youth and Administration at Lyco Valley. I am excited to see how God is going to use me in this new position.

*Podo and Kalmar are named after characters in The Wingfeather Saga. If you have not read this series before, I would highly recommend it!!