I began in August, 2005Where did you work before coming to Jefferson State?
I worked in sales for several collegiate and sports gift companies and I marketed all over the southeast
What was your very first job?
Down the street at Classic Gardens & Lawns (Carson Road)
Do you have any children?
Mason – 8, Meredith - 4
Where were you born?
Birmingham
The most recent book you read was:
First: What It Takes to Win by Rich Froning, Jr.
My favorite quote is:
“Make every day count.”
My favorite movie is:
Gravity and Braveheart
My favorite book is:
The Bible
My favorite TV show is:
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
The website I read the most is:
www.rollbamaroll.com and www.crossfit.com
My idea of a good evening is:
Whatever my wife tells me is a good idea of a good evening.
What inspires you?
Seeing people realizing their potential and making good use of it!
My best personality trait is:
I think I have a servant’s heart. I love to serve others and make them shine.
My worst personality trait is:
I over commit!
Who was your favorite TV or movie personality when you were a child?
Hulk Hogan
The last thing I messed up on was:
Trying to fix a toilet. (Had to call plumber).
If I got a million dollars tomorrow, I would:
Live debt free!
Where do you like to vacation?
The beach with family. But our most favorite spot that we have been to is Glacier National Park in Montana. God’s creation is awesome!
Who do you admire and why?
I do not really put people on a pedestal much…but I admire Peyton Manning because of the amount of character and leadership he has shown throughout his career.
When was the last time you cried?
When my dad was in the hospital, before he passed in September.
What is the first thing you notice about people?
How they carry themselves. Positive, Negative, Indifferent.
What is your favorite food?
The 6th food group has always been in my opinion, hot dogs.
What was the last movie you watched?
The Lego Movie (Mason’s choice)
What is your favorite dessert?
The 7th food group has always been in my opinion, Banana Pudding. I do not get birthday cake each year. I get cold instant Banana Pudding.
What is your favorite sound?
My daughter saying “Hi Daddy!”
What is the farthest you have been from home?
Seattle, Washington
The biggest problem facing the world today is:
There is a lack of “determination” and “work ethic” which keeps people from succeeding. People want it the easy way and with little effort. If it takes blood and sweat, they give up too easy!
Favorite sport?
CrossFit. Yes, it is a sport. College Football is 2nd.
Favorite team?
THE University of Alabama
Any pets?
Cat
My biggest accomplishment has been:
My family
My favorite musical group is:
Huge Variety… Avicci, Hillsongs, Ellie Goulding…
Were you named after anyone?
My grandfather
My favorite ice cream is:
Neapolitan
What will the next five years hold for you?
I hope to be stronger physically and survive my son’s pre-teen years!
What has surprised you the most throughout your life?
How God has blessed me beyond my wildest dreams. My family is my rock and the opportunities this job has provided has been nothing short of a blessing!
What has brought you the most joy?
My bride and my children!
What would you do differently?
Nothing!
What words of advice do you have for younger generations?
Relationships are the key to being successful. You have to find your own identity and not compare yourself to others. God made you unique and you have so much to offer just by being yourself. Develop a strong work ethic and never stop learning. There is always a new skill, a new talent, a new way of doing something! Iron Sharpens Iron!
What else would you like to tell us?
I have recently become addicted to running. I used to hate it but it has since become a passion of mine. I am training now for my first half marathon, which is in Nashville then end of April. I hope to run my first full marathon by the end of this year.
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