I was born in Great Falls, Montana and spent most of my childhood in Hamilton, Montana and Tonasket, Washington. I am a graduate of Eastern Washington University and have 10 years of experience in the senior housing and long-term care arena, including four years as a recreational therapist and six subsequent years as an executive director for The Goodman Group in Montana.

I'm married with two children and my hobbies include golf, basketball, baseball, fishing, and exercise.