Born: March 19, 1962 in Waupun, WI
Marital Status: married
Spouse/Partner: Maribeth
Children: Sarah, Matthew, Katherine
Education: Bachelor's degree in political science from Calvin College
Employment/Military Record: Worked for 16 years for staff of U.S. Reps. Paul Henry and Pete Hoekstra
Community Activities: Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce legislative committee; Grand Rapids Planning Commission; Elder, Alger Park Christian Reformed Church
Religion: Christian Reformed