Home: Henderson, NV. Age: Second half of life. Birthplace: Chicago, IL. Profession: City councilman. Organization: City of Henderson. Title: Councilman. Significant other: I married up to Barbara Seebock. Alma mater: Nevada State University (B.S.); Naval Postgraduate School (M.A.).
Current project: Henderson Faith Community Initiative. Recent recognition: No. 1 dad, according to my twins. Latest accomplishment: Seeing two people I mentored promoted to lead their departments. Latest contribution to others: Helping develop a law enforcement curriculum at a local high school. What’s been your big (or biggest) leap? Running for political office. Hobbies: Time with family, hiking and going to the beach. What motivates you? Developing others, especially young people, and helping them succeed.
Personality profile: Direct, decisive, fair and loving. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Genuine. Moral compass: Jesus Christ. How do you define a perfect friendship? Someone who is loyal, genuine, honest and fun. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Superior character, morals, values and judgment. What is your greatest joy? Watching my children achieve. What natural talent have you neglected? Drawing. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Traveling with family and friends.
What was your first paying job? Busboy. What was your favorite college course? Sociology. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Chess. What movie have you repeatedly watched? The ’Burbs. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? Family photos. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Work hard and you can do anything. What personal circumstance has had the greatest influence on your life? The death of my father.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field?
Starting the Henderson Faith Community Initiative.
What change would you like to see in the world? A safe environment for kids to thrive. What message do you want to send out into the world? If you work hard, you can do anything. What mega-trend most excites you? AI.
What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Tom Cruise. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Jesus Christ. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My pets. What advice would you give your younger self? Be yourself. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? The day my twins were born.
Personal mission: To continue developing and encouraging the next generation. Personal motto: Never give up. Favorite quote: "Don’t believe everything you read on the internet" (Abraham Lincoln).
