Home: Red Hook, NY. Age: 62. Birthplace: Naval Hospital, Jacksonville, FL. Profession: Business owner/contractor. Organization: Member of the VFW. Pronouns: He/Him/His.
Current project: Currently building a local brewery and doing a custom kitchen in Woodstock, New York. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Starting my own construction company. Hobbies: Spending time with my three kids, golfing, bowling, skiing and camping out. Recent travel or adventure: Visited Cocoa Beach and took an airboat ride for the first time. Last book read: I enjoy all of John Grisham’s books. Recently viewed and recommended: Trial by Fire. Recent unique acquisition: A unique collection of baseball cards.
Moral compass: Do what’s right and always help others in need. How do you define a perfect friendship? Someone who’s there, whether right or wrong, but always stands with me. What is your greatest joy? Helping others and spending time with my family. What is your greatest fear? Unexpected health issues that would limit my ability to take care of my family. What is your guilty pleasure? I have a sweet tooth; I love chocolate and other candies. What word or phrase do you use far too often? You always have choices and consequences. What is at the top of your bucket list? Playing golf at every PGA Golf Course. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Sunshine, blue sky and warm weather.
What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Lego and building blocks. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? My sister. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Don’t let someone steal your dreams. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Give the client a little more than they expected. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? Google. What is your favorite app? YouTube. I use it for personal enjoyment, music and learning. What world event has had the greatest influence on your life? The COVID-19 pandemic.
What is your big idea?
I wanted to invent tinted baby powder and a portable baby thermometer that sticks on, so you can keep tabs on a baby getting sick.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? Always staying on the cutting-edge of technology. What change would you like to see in the world? More earth-saving biodegradable products. What message do you want to send out into the world? Treat others as you’d like to be treated.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My dad, my sister and my nephew. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be in the military and serve my country. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My safe. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With all my family. What advice would you give your younger self? Save more money for the future. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? Riding with my dad on motorcycles in Sturgis, South Dakota. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? My teenage years.
Personal mission: To always succeed at anything I put my mind to. Personal motto: Life is just a game; you gotta play to win. Favorite quote: “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction” (Isaac Newton). Desired epitaph: I told you I was sick.
