Biographical Information

Born: August 15, 1959 in Monroe
Children: Adam and Amanda
Education: Master's degree in management from Aquinas College, bachelor's degree from Albion College
Employment/Military Record: Economic development director, Port and City of Monroe (2005-present); former purchasing manager
Community Activities: Active in United Way, Monroe County Chamber of Commerce, the National Rifle Association, Ducks Unlimited, Habitat for Humanity Church Relations Committee, and the Community Foundation of Monroe County.
Religion: Non-Denominational Christian

Elections and Political Participation

Michigan Senate 17th District 2010
General Vote: 50,673 of 85,545 (59%)
Primary Vote: 17,406 of 23,312 (74%)

Michigan Senate 17th District 2006
General Vote: 52,113 of 97,555 (53%)
Primary Vote: 11,871 of 16,704 (71%)
Campaign Finance Reports

Michigan House 56th District 2002
General Vote: 17,357 of 26,361 (65%)
Primary Vote: 2,759 of 3,081 (89%)