Home: Anderson, IN. Age: 54, but acting 24. Birthplace: Anderson, IN. Profession: Beverage retail executive. Alma mater: Ball State University (chirp chirp).
Recent professional development: Indiana Association of Beverage Retailors. Latest contribution to others: Charitable gifts to the Paramount Theater and to Folds of Honor. Hobbies: Boating. Recent travel or adventure: Men’s retreat in Tulum, Mexico. Last book read: The Mastery of Love, by Don Miguel Ruiz. Recent unique acquisition: The complete Van Halen vinyl collection.
Personality profile: Funny, witty, generous. Moral compass: The Golden Rule. How do you define a perfect friendship? If a friendship lasts for seven years, it is highly likely to last a lifetime. How do you define an ideal business relationship? The best business relationships are built on trust. What is your greatest joy? My daughters. What word or phrase do you use far too often? It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Lake Wawasee.
What was your first paying job? Cutting grass. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Christmas Vacation. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? Buddha. What’s the best advice you received in your career? It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? An automatic lift gate. What is your go-to source of news and information? Tucker Carlson Network. What world event has had the greatest influence on your life? The COVID pandemic.
What change would you like to see in the world?
Love between all humans.
What message do you want to send out into the world? We are all connected. What mega-trend most excites you? Off-grid living. What mega-trend most concerns you? AI.
What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Chevy Chase. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Darrin Hollensbe.
After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My Buddha statue. What advice would you give your younger self? Let it go.
Personal motto: Live outside of the box. Favorite quote: “There is an ass for every saddle” (my dad).
