Born: August 19, 1954 in Dowagiac
Marital Status: Single
Education: Master's degree in public administration from University of Michigan-Flint; bachelor's degree in human resources development from Oakland University; graduated from Hill-McCloy High School (Montrose)
Employment/Military Record: Assistant to the Chancellor, University of Michigan-Flint; Consultant, Flint Area Chamber of Commerce; Michigan Office of Services to the Aging; Detroit Street Senior Center; Valley Area Agency on Aging; legislative assistant for Rep. Tom Scott
Community Activities: Board Member, Greater Flint Health Coalition; Board Member, Flint IMA; Board Member, Governor's Countil on Physical Fitness
Religion: Episcopalian