I’m a former Teamsters and Aerospace Union member and American Legion Riders Officer. I am a current member of the Eagles, Moose, Sons of the American Legion, and AMVETS.
I’ve spent my career in the skilled trades, from factory floors to small businesses that serve Lorain County and local government. These hands-on jobs taught me that the decisions made in City Hall don’t stay there - they ripple out and hit real people.
I came to Elyria to care for my mother and grandmother. This city welcomed me, and over time, it became home. I know what it’s like to work hard to support your loved ones and want your local government to work just as hard in return. I’m not a career politician. I’m a neighbor who understands responsibility, sacrifice, and what it means to show up for the people who count on you.
I’ve volunteered for community causes, supported veterans, and co-founded a local nonprofit to benefit people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I’ve always believed leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about stepping up, solving problems, and getting things done, whether that’s helping a neighbor, building a program and business from an idea, or showing up when it matters.
I’m running to bring practical leadership, honesty, and real accountability to Elyria. This isn’t about party politics. It’s about people. I want to help make our city a place where families can thrive, businesses can grow, and working folks can finally be heard.
Whether it’s volunteering, fixing something myself, or organizing others to make progress, I’ve always believed in showing up. I don’t back down from hard work. And I won’t if I’m elected.
I'm not backed by big donors or party bosses. I'm not running for power. I'm running because Elyria matters.
I think outside the box. I don't pretend to know everything, but I do know how to work through problems and find a straight path forward.
People are tired of feeling ignored. I'm here to change that. One phone call, one meeting, one issue at a time.
You don't have to agree with me on everything. You just have to know I'll show up, I'll listen, and I'll work for you.
I've spent decades working shoulder to shoulder with Elyrians from all walks of life. My roots in the community run deep, with a long history of membership and leadership in organizations that reflect Elyria's hardworking spirit:
Former member of the Teamsters Union and International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers
Officer-level leadership in the American Legion Riders. Current member of the Sons of the American Legion and AMVETS.
Current member in the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Loyal Order of Moose organizations.
Co-founder of local nonprofit initiative supporting individuals with disabilities and their families through year-round giving and direct-action fundraising.
Organizational names listed above reflect past or current personal involvement. No endorsement is implied or provided.
