Born: September 21, 1955 in Port Huron
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Susan Durand
Children: Laura and Andrew
Education: Drake University, BA Journalism, 1978
Employment/Military Record: Medical-Liability Insurance Agent since 1993, 10 years sales and sales management in operating room supplies (Baxter) and cardiovascular implants (Medtronic)
Community Activities: Multiple fundraising events for Angels' Place, Rochester Area Neighborhood House, Dutton Farm, MidCity Nutrition, Studio 1219, Teen LifeLine; Rochester Rotary member; St Andrew Catholic Church, cantor, since 1992
Religion: Roman Catholic