Appointed to Nebraska Legislature: 2009; elected to Legislature 2010
Born March 29, 1957, in Omaha.
Education: Graduate of Omaha Creighton Prep, 1975; University of St. Thomas (B.A. in sociology), 1979; Webster University (M.A. in business administration and human relations), 1982.
Family: Married Margaret Mary O’Connor, July 26, 1980; two children: Justin and Courtney.
Occupation: Contract manager and chief pilot.
Former: U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. (retired)
Former member: Cass County SID, president, 2007-2009; advisory board, Madonna School, 1992-2008 (president); Air Force Association Board (1997-99); 55th Wing Association Board (1996-98).
Honors and awards: Air Force Air Medal; Meritorious Service Medal; Air Force Commendation Medal; Aerial Achievement Medal.