I am so blessed to be able to make a living by helping others as well as their communities. Each day, I sit down and help people overcome financial concerns and obstacles. I also get to help my community with our fraternal programs and activities. It’s very rewarding to be able to do what I do.

communities in and around Freeman, South Dakota. I also serve members in Texas, Iowa, Washington and various other states.

life insurance, annuities, mutual funds and variable annuities.

a variety of members. Every day is different. Every member is different, and I enjoy hearing their personal stories. I appreciate being a part of their life stories and watching their families grow.

Roscoe High School (graduated in 1989) and Northern State University (graduated in 1993).

earning the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) award in 2014 and 2015, and earning President's Club in 2014 and 2015.

worked with Tradehome Shoes from 1990-1999. From 1999 until now, I have been a part of insurance and financial services.

I believe in Modern Woodmen's values, how this organization supports its members to help them reach their financial goals, and how it supports the community and allows me to pay it forward.

when I know that I have built strong, healthy relationships with my members. When I meet with some of my members, I often get a hug when they come in or leave. It is then that I know we have built a relationship that makes a significant impact on both of our lives.

I was able to hire my office assistant and open my office. It was twofold: I had more work than I could do myself, and I could see the future of my business growing.