Born and raised in London, I have enjoyed being a part of a thriving community of caring, down-to-earth people. Wanting to see the City that I love continue to grow, I entered local politics. In 2011, the Madison County Republican Central Committee appointed me to serve on London City Council for Ward 1. In 2012, I was elected to serve a two-year term. In 2014, I was elected to serve as City Council President. I chose to use my many years of local government experience to run for Mayor. I am proud to to have been elected and to have served in this capacity since 2016. In the seven years I have been Mayor, our government has accomplished much. Parks have been revitalized and new playgrounds installed, multiple infrastructure projects have been completed and our community continues to grow. Since 2008, I have been involved in many important community service groups. I have served as chairman for the London Rhythm & RibFest and the London Fourth of July Parade committees for the past 13 years. These committees have helped me improve my leadership skills and allowed me to offer community events that our citizens can be proud of. I have also served on the Boards of the London Community Organization, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce, Community Improvement Corporation and United Way. This important work has made me aware of the community's needs and has enabled me to interact with our citizens. Listening to others' concerns and ideas has taught me that we all must work together to be successful. I did not join these groups for the sole purpose of padding my resume for my political aspirations; I joined these groups because I truly care about the City of London and I wanted to make a difference. I felt it was my civic duty to do what I could to enhance the lives of the citizens of London, Madison County, and the State of Ohio. My experience, community involvement, ideas, and passion make me who I am, and has helped me operate an effective and efficient government. With my proven leadership and proven results, the citizens can count on me in 2024. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns or ideas. I take pride in being accessible and will embrace any conversations. EDUCATION
Pursued a Bachelor of Business, Sinclair Community College and Wright State University 1997 – 2002
Diploma, London High School, 1997
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City of London, Ohio: Mayor, January 2016 – present
Casey’s Carry Out: Owner / Operator, June 2002 – present
U.S. Census: Assistant Team Leader, May 2010 – August 2010
Beverage Dock Drive Thru: Manager, June 2001 – June 2002
COMMUNITY WORK
Board Member, Downtown London Association, 2008 – 2017
Founding Member, London Rhythm & Rib Fest, 2009 – present
Committee Member, London Bi-Centennial, 2010 – 2015
Chairman, Fourth of July Parade Committee, 2010 – present
Founding Member, London Community Organization, 2010 – present
Board Member, London Visual Arts Guild, 2010 – 2015
Madison County Impact Committee, United Way, 2020 – present
Board Member, United Way, 2017 - 2020
City of London City Council President, 2014 – 2016
City of London Member of Council (Ward 1), 2011 – 2014
Board of Directors, Madison County Chamber of Commerce, 2012 – present
Board of Directors, Madison County Future Inc. (Community Improvement Corp.), 2013 – present
Board Member, WeCare / Madison County Substance Abuse Coalition, 2017 – present
Board Member, Madison County Family & Children First Council and Executive Committee, 2016 – present
London Ward 1A Central Committee Member, Madison County Republican Central Committee, 2017 – 2018
Executive Committee, Madison County Republican Central Committee, 2019 - present
Board Member, Access Cowling, 2017 – present
Advisory Board Member, Ohio State University Extension Advisory Committee, 2018 – present
Advisory Board Member, Rocking Horse Community Health Center, 2019 – present
AWARDS
Rotary International Service Above Self Award, 2015 and 2020
London Education Association Friend of Education Award 2019
Madison County Meals on Wheels Community Service Spirit Award 2019
Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities Community Inclusion Appreciation Award 2020
Madison County Chamber of Commerce Bell Ringer Award 2021
