Biography

Family

I grew up on a dairy farm near Elmwood, Wisconsin with five brothers and two sisters. We learned the lessons of hard work, honesty and accountability from our parents at an early age. My wife Chris and I work everyday to pass those same timeless values on to our children Karlyn, Lexie and Katherine.

Business

Chris and I began operating our excursion business, Wilderness Cruises, in 1991, on the Willow Flowage. The business currently operates as Wisconsin River Cruises. For twenty seasons we have strived to offer our customers a pleasurable experience in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin.

Community and Civic Leader

Over the years I have been involved with many community organizations. Our business, Wisconsin River Cruises, belongs to the Tomahawk Chamber of Commerce and the Tavern League of Wisconsin. I am a member of the National Rifle Association and the Ruffed Grouse Society.

Currently, I am an elected Town Supervisor in the Town of Little Rice and serve as an appointed member of the Oneida County Economic Development Corporation.