Attended Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, Illinois, as well as Illinois State University in Bloomington, IL., and studied communications.  After college, he began a career in sales working for a large independent food company in Springfield.  After a year and a half, was recruited by SKKR to continue a career in sales, but was now able to sell a line of products in which he had more experience and passion.

Key account responsibilities: Ace Hardware, True Value, Do-It Best and various Fireplace/Patio specialty stores.