- Born in Lakeland, FL
- Graduated from Lakeland High School, Lakeland, FL, 1964
- Graduated from Polk Community College, 1966
- Graduated from University of Florida, Gainesville,FL, B, 1969
- Graduated from University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, Masters, 1972
- Taught at Pinehurst High School, Lithia, FL, 1969-70
- Taught at East Bay High School, Gibsonton, FL, 1970-79
- Taught at Tomlin Junior High, Plant City, FL, 1980
- Taught at Plant City High School, Plant City, FL, 1980-89
- Supervisor of Agribusiness Edu., Hillsborough County, 1989-2007
- Advisor to past state and national FFA officers
- President of Plant City Kiwanis Club
