I was raised on a small farm and have lived in the northeastern corner of Tipmont’s territory for the past 44 years. I graduated from Delphi High School and earned my bachelor’s degree from Purdue University’s College of Agriculture.

My wife, Kathy, and I have been married for 42 years. While raising cattle and production crops in 1983, we started a family-owned fabrication business providing architectural steel to many construction sites (including Lilly and Nucor) and later providing fabrications to Caterpillar. From a small side business, we grew to earn our place on the Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies and later sold the business in 1997.

I worked for 15 years for Monsanto (and its acquisitions) in various roles, including sales, business development, and management, assisting in multiple branding transitions.

Since my retirement, I have developed a new subdivision southwest of Delphi, and this spring, I designed and self-installed an 8 kW solar array at our home.

I currently serve as vice president of the Carroll County Economic Development Corporation and am an active member of the National Walnut Council and my local Lions Club.

Kathy and I enjoy camping and traveling to see our three children and four grandchildren. We are also members of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, where I serve as property committee chairman.

With my background in business, economic development, and solar power, I feel that I can provide a valuable perspective to help guide the company through the challenges and opportunities that we face.