Who I Am?

Academic & Professional Background

I earned my PhD in mathematics from the University of Utah. For over 25 years, I taught at public and private universities across the U.S. and Canada, including Colorado Mesa University from 1995 to 2000.

Returning to Mesa County

In 2014, my family and I moved back to Mesa County because we knew it was the best place we’d ever lived. The community, the outdoors, and the quality of life brought us back. I stepped away from work for a few years to support my wife’s career.

Current Role

I currently work as a data architect. In this role I use data to help support decisions that affect the well-being of our entire community.

My Family

I have been married for over 40 years and we have two married adult sons and three grand children, age 1, 4, and 6.

Why I Believe in Co-Ops

I’ve lived in areas served by investor-owned, city-owned, and member-owned utilities. In my experience, member-owned cooperatives like Grand Valley Power are the best model—nonprofit, member-led, and focused on service rather than profit.

What I Bring to the GVP Board

With a background in math, data, and problem-solving, I bring a unique perspective to Grand Valley Power. I believe in using evidence, listening to members, and building a co-op that works for all of us—not just today, but for the future.