I was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Moved to California in 1982 and attended the University of Southern California. I graduated in 1990 with a BS in Public Administration. During my college summers, I worked as a summer staffer for the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA). Working for them, instilled my love for the game and the excitement of conducting golf tournaments. I chose the path to become a PGA Professional and gained my membership 1995 while working at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California. Now I am a 29-year PGA Member as my impact on others to love the game as much as i do has impacted many. Currently I am on the back 9 of life, influencing new golfers as the Director of Golf at Pine Grove Country Club in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is home as I enjoy the outdoors, water sports and more. Tee them High and Let them fly!!