After earning a bachelor's degree in secondary education with a focus on science and technology from Marshall University in 2006, I returned home to Mason County to teach science and engineering in the public school system. However, two years later, I learned of an opportunity I could not pass up. 

Working since 2009 as Technology and Online Marketing Manager for Bob's Market and Greenhouses in Mason, WV, I get to combine my interests in technology and horticulture. Growing up on a farm, I grew up around gardening, and I love it. I have this background in technology. This career was kind of a perfect combination for me. My efforts demonstrate that.

Named one of West Virginia's “Generation Next” by the State Journal in 2012, I was recognized for my innovative use of technology and online marketing at Bob's Market and Greenhouses.  I was also recognized by the horticultural industry as a leader when it comes to innovation.  In 2012, I was also recognized by Greenhouse Product News as being one of the horticulture industry's next generation of leaders.

I maintain the technological infrastructure for multiple greenhouses as well as three retail locations and an extensive corporate Internet and digital presence. I produce the company's online marketing, hosting a weekly live streams and educational videos and writing educational blog posts. 

As an employee in a small company, I also wear many other hats, organizing facility tours and implementing educational outreach programs. Recently, I have started volunteering as an advisor for career and technical school horticulture programs. I also work with and support Seed Your Future, an industry organization that is focusing on educating middle and high school students on the array of career opportunities available in the horticultural industry.

On June 9, 2014 I married Julie from Huntington, WV.  Julie and I actually met in 2005 during a class at Marshall University, but we didn't get to know each other aside from being classmates.  Then in 2013 we were reunited thanks to the Internet.  A love story fit for an IT guy!