Being a native of Fannin County, and a Fannin County High School graduate, class of 1995, this school system, and its success, are very personal to me.

In running for the BOE, my primary objective is to ensure that I am a steward of the community’s fiscal resources, while maintaining an academic focus for all children served in our community.

It is my objective to act as a liaison between the community and the BOE/Superintendent. Only under a common voice are we able to ensure all parties are represented at the decision table.

It is my objective to ensure, both verbally and in action, that all students, faculty/staff, and citizens, are provided with an open, honest, and transparent Board of Education, working within our means, while ensuring student growth and progression.

My family, wife Amanda, class of 1997, and my three girls, currently reside in Morganton, where we actively participate in the life and growth of Concord Baptist Church. My Sunday’s are spent acting as Choir Director, and I serve as both the Treasurer of the Activity Fund, and the Secretary of the Cemetery Committee.

Professionally, I was privileged to be co-owner of Galloway Construction for 12 years, before looking to new employment opportunities. I currently serve as the lead plumber/electrician with the Gilmer County School System Facilities Department.

Personally, I have been honored to serve as the 2nd Vice-Chair in the Fannin County Republican Party, and in 2015, I was inducted into the FCHS Hall of Fame, based on my Track career.