Education: He graduated Richmond High School in 1982. He graduated with a Political Science degree from Princeton University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Virginia Law.

Career in Law: He has served as an attorney and counsel for several organizations for thirty-three years. For the past five years, he served as Corporate Counsel of Regulatory and Global Business Operations for Allison Transmission, he is currently the Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Citizens Energy Group in Indianapolis.

Community Involvement: He is currently the Martin University Board of Trustees Chair and a Board Member for the Indiana Stadium and Convention Center Building Authority. He previously served on the Board of Trustees of Franklin College and was a member of the Indiana Election Commission

Awards: He was awarded the Business Turn Around Award and First Chair Award as Top Assistant General Counsel at Cummins.