Working at the intersection of school operations and safety, he earned a Master of Management from Aquinas College, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology from Western Michigan University, and State of Michigan Law Enforcement Certification from the Kalamazoo Valley Police Academy. He brings more than 15 years of experience focused on protecting K–12 environments. His responsibilities span campus security, risk management, compliance, transportation safety, and food service oversight, with particular emphasis on developing systems that reduce risk and improve day-to-day safety outcomes across large school networks.

In his current leadership role, he directs safety and security initiatives for a nationwide charter school organization, supporting dozens of campuses across multiple states. His work includes building and maintaining organization-wide emergency preparedness programs, implementing 24/7 crisis response systems, and integrating safety considerations into new school construction and operational planning. He also manages dedicated safety budgets and oversees processes for incident tracking, compliance, and staff training.

Drawing on a prior career in law enforcement, including service on a special response team, he applies real-world incident experience to training and consulting engagements. Through his independent firm, he provides instruction on emergency response, active threat situations, and workplace safety, and he has offered expert input in legal matters involving school safety procedures and risk management practices.