As a high school and college student, I worked as a landscaper's assistant installing yards. I learned the importance of quality tools and how to work dirt to proper levels and consistency. As a result of that experience, I am very committed to making sure that my customers purchase equipment that will meet their needs and maximize their investment. I am fortunate to work at a company with such diverse customers. I have provided horse arena maintenance equipment to some of the largest arenas in North America including The American Royal and Calgary Stampede. I have worked with champions of the horse industry including the Oklahoma State Equestrian team, Stran Smith and Gunnar Ostergaard. I have worked with international customers from 15 different countries including Thailand, Ireland and Brazil. I have also sold baseball infield maintenance equipment to the Chicago Parks Dept., King County Parks Dept. (WA) and the Phoenix Parks Dept.. A highlight in my time at ABI was working with our Government Sales division and teaching trail construction/maintenance seminars.
Prior to starting at ABI in August, 2004, I was a pastor and served churches in Indiana, Michigan and Nebraska. I have been married to my wife Susan since December, 1991 and we have two daughters- Charlotte and Claire. I enjoy playing harmonica, fishing and taking care of my saltwater fish tank. On my time off I work with my church's youth ministry. On fall weekends I cheer for the Notre Dame Irish and Chicago Bears.