Born: I was born in Springfield, Illinois and currently live in Marion.
Family/Pets: I am married to Elizabeth and have a dog named Willow, and cats named Ruth and Alice.
Hobbies: I enjoy saltwater fish tanks as well as fishing and hunting.
Something about you that would surprise others: I like to ride dirt bike!
Something you want to do before you die: Travel to Europe.
Passion that gets you fired up: Coffee!
Someone you admire: Kevin Roper, my father. He is such a great role model.
Definition of happiness: A day on the lake, fishing.
Personal motto: Just keep working.
Proud accomplishment: 4th Place at the National Level of Skills USA.
Piece of advice for others: Anything lost can be found except time wasted.
First job you had: Bagging groceries at HyVee.
Career at McGrath: Started at McGrath as an intern in the Service Dept. in December of 2015 and moved to the Used Car line in the full of 2016. Retail line in the Spring of 2017.
Why did you want to be an Emerging Leader: To gain leadership skills to move up in the McGrath organization.
What do you hope to achieve at McGrath: A successful career I enjoy.