I was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. I attended University of Nebraska, Lincoln earned my degree in Communications. I earned my Eagle Scout in 1987. As a Scoutmaster I have received the Silver Beaver Award, Distinguished Scoutmaster Award; In 2005 I received The Bradley L. Cuda Memorial Award to recognize those individuals who have made a significant contribution to child safety. In 2008 Lincoln Optimist Mentor of the the Year. I have been selling real estate since 1993. I am the manging Broker and Co-Owner of RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts