Educational history:

• Bachelor of science, family social science, University of Minnesota, 1995
• Master of Education, family education, University of Minnesota, 1998

Professional history:

• Harbor shelter and counseling center, adolescent counselor, 1995-98
• Coaching education, athletic coach, personal trainer, sports nutrition, sports psychology, 1996-present
• Certified motorcycle instructor, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, 1999-present
• Public safety officer, University of St. Thomas, 2005-06
• Owner, Innovative Safety Education, private commercial consulting and training company, 2007-present
• Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, 2007-present

Personal history:

• Outdoor education training, certified rock/ice climbing instructor, wilderness first aid, rescue and survival training, Vertical Endeavors, 1999-present
• Professional bodybuilder, World Natural Bodybuilding Federation, 2004-06
• Member, National Strength and Conditioning Association
• Certified instructor, pistol, personal protection in the home, range safety officer, National Rifle Association (NRA), 2007-present
• Certified instructor, snowmobile, ATV, hunter firearms safety, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), 2007-present