Education

• George Washington University, Public Administration
• Ohio State University, B.S. Occupational Therapy

 Professional Experience 

• Lewes City Mayor, 2014 – 2022 
• Lewes City Council Member, 2004 – 2022   
• Sales Manager, Nationwide Distributor of Textiles & Wall Coverings (1983–2002)
• Program Manager, Division of States, U.S. Department of Education (1979-1982)

Civic and Community Affiliations

• Delaware River and Bay Authority Commissioner, 2021 – present 
• Beebe Medical Center Foundation Board, 2005 – Present
• Delaware Healthcare Commission, Sussex County Representative 2005 – Present
• Delaware Health Resources Board (DHRB), 2016 – Present
• Beebe Medical Center Finance Committee, 2009 – Present
• Delaware League of Local Governments    (DLLG) Delaware Founders Insurance Trust – Chair - 2007 – Present
• Past President, Sussex County Association of Towns (SCAT)
• Past Chairman, Association of Coastal Towns (ACT)
• Past Member of Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN)
• Past Member of the United Way of Delaware
• Lewes Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Secretary – 2011 – 2014

Military Service

• U.S. Army Reserves, 1978 – 1996:  last assignment Executive Officer of 100th Station Hospital in Baltimore, MD.  Retired with rank of Lt. Colonel
• U.S. Army Active Duty, 1969 – 1978:  last assignment Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC.  Attained rank of Captain