I have been a Rotarian for over 27 years. I was initially introduced to Rotary in Coronado California by a neighbor and shortly after, participated in my first mission trip to Mexico which was life-changing for me and for the group we served. I get great satisfaction form serving my community and serving others.
Since returning to my hometown of Mequon, I have served in our MT Sunrise Club as Sergeant at Arms, Vice President, and then President in 2014. I have continued to serve through Rotary on 10 medical services mission trips to Oliveros, Guatemala with the group known as GMRP and I serve on the Board of Directors for the Oliveros Scholarship Fund. Both organizations which are supported generously by our club and have been for many years.
When I am not at Rotary, I serve on the Southern Ozaukee Fire Department (formerly Mequon Fire Dept) where I am a Master Pump Operator (MPO), driving fire trucks, engines and operating the water supply (pumping)) when fighting fires.
I served 15 years in the US Navy which allowed me to live up and down both US coasts and took me around the globe.
Today I own and operate a 22-year Energy Consultation Business called “Home Perfect” that formed from a Design-Build Construction Company in 2007. I built this company from scratch and now am preparing to hand over the helm and serve in an advisory role. This marks the second business that I have built and sold and feel proud that they will both continue serving others well beyond my years.
What will I do with all my free time you ask? Many of you know I am an avid sailor. I cruise and race sailboats, serve as the Rear Commodore at the Port Washington Yacht Club. I also teach sailing through Sea Safaris Sailing School in Port Washington during the summer season and in warmer climates occasionally this time of year. I captain for the Full Sail Leadership Academy based in Milwaukee, and occasionally deliver boats for others from point A to B.
And, as if that’s not enough, for the past 9 years I’ve been a Marketing Executive for a very unique, vertically integrated health and wellness manufacturer called The Wellness Company.
Believe it or not, I still find ample free time to spend with my partner Jen, my daughters Taneal and Hannah and my granddaughters Mila & Ava.
One of my goals this year is to develop better relationships in Rotary, so don’t be surprised if you get an invite for a coffee or a lunch sometime soon.