I graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s of business administration in accounting. While at WMU, I had an exceptional basketball career and was drafted by the National Basketball Association (NBA). I still hold many WMU school records and was inducted into the WMU Hall of Fame in 2000. 

I am a certified public accountant (CPA) with a practice in West Lafayette. I specialize in advising individuals, families, and closely held businesses. 

My professional business career began at a national accounting firm, and I have obtained excellent experience over the last 35 years as a chief financial officer (CFO) for corporations ranging from $400 million to $800 million. 

In particular, my service to various corporate boards of directors — as well as my community involvement — has been invaluable in providing advice to various businesses and organizations in setting policies and meeting regulations. 

Through my extensive knowledge of corporate governance, I have a proven track record of developing corporate policies and business plans, leveraging business strategies, and using my financial expertise to reduce costs and improve productivity. 

As a volunteer with various service organizations (including the Chamber of Commerce, United Way, YMCA, Rotary, various church committees and youth sports, and as a founder of the Greater Lafayette YMCA Foundation), I have proven my ability to serve the objectives of a board of directors — balancing the important needs of a company, its shareholders, employees, and customers, and the whole community.