He was raised in the Delta region of Arkansas and served in the United States Air Force as a Computer Systems Operator. He later attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and Emory University in Atlanta, where he received degrees in Philosophy (B.A.) and Theological Studies (M.T.S.), respectively. For the last 10 years he has taught at Seton Hall Preparatory School and currently instructs in AP computer science and iPhone app development courses. He is an independent Apple Developer and the creator of the highly-rated “Theologica” iPhone study app. He is a member of U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 10-20 "Air Station Caldwell," the Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association, and the local ecumenical group, “Dads On Mission”.
“Like many young families, my wife, Melissa, and I have chosen to raise our two daughters, Aubrey and Josie, in this Borough because we love it. We have a passionate interest in the safety and prosperity of Caldwell and place a high value on community participation. As an educator and computer programmer, I know the value of critical feedback in decision making, of attention to detailed project planning, of the required discipline for solving problems, and am experienced in finding and eliminating inefficiencies. I believe these skills lend themselves naturally to public service. My goals as Councilman include making local government more accountable, developing innovative economic strategies for homeowners and downtown businesses, and promoting a better culture of public safety."
