- Graduated from Marquette University with a B.A.,
- Has been a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) for over 25 years.
- Has been an underwriter for Sentry Insurance, Aetna Insurance as well as Allstate for Florida as well as other states.
- Has been instrumental in putting together statewide safety dividend workers compensation insurance programs for various state association groups.
- Served on church, school and condominium association boards
- Written informative articles for trade and community association magazines and newsletters
