I was born and raised in Durham, and after spending years in the Washington, DC political scene, I returned to raise my two children with my wife, Signe. We have been back in Durham for nearly 30 years.

Education:
University of Wyoming, Graduate Work (English, Political Science)
UNC- Chapel Hill, B.A. (Political Science)

Community Involvements & Organizations:
President, Historic Preservation Society of Durham
Board of Directors, NC Museum of Life and Science
Board of Directors, Durham Chamber of Commerce
Board Member, Durham County Budget Efficiency Committee
Board Member, Durham Public Schools Budget Advisory Committee
Chairman, Durham Voters Alliance
Advisor, Habitat for Humanity
Advisor, Durham Literacy Center
Co-Chair, Smaller is Better Campaign (City Council Reduction)
Graduate, Leadership Durham, Chamber of Commerce