What is/was your occupation?
CEO of the Lenexa Chamber of Commerce
What books have had a big impact on you?
Genuinely too many to choose from! I was an avid reader from the time I learned how to read, and I’ve slowly been hunting down copies of childhood favorites for my own sentimental collection.
What activities were you involved in high school and college?
You might be surprised to learn I was a multi-sport jock! I was in the academic clubs too
What is your favorite board game, and do you usually win?
I can’t remember the last time I played a board game, but when I was young I played all the classics like Monopoly, Life, and Clue. I’m happy to see board games seem to be making a comeback!
What is the worst movie you have ever seen and who did you see it with?
Hands-down, 2001’s Hannibal – dumb story and stomach-churning gore to the point people were getting sick and walking out. To this day I get queasy thinking about it
What pets have you had and what are their names?
My family is full of pet-lovers, so I’ve been fortunate to have always had an array of cats, dogs, horses, birds, fish, hamsters, gerbils, and such around me – too many to name, but a sweet black lab named Jake was a favorite. He followed me home from the school bus stop (with maybe a little coaxing) and never left
What is your most prized or sentimental possession? Explain.
My paternal grandmother’s wedding ring set – her wedding ring is engraved with her and my grandfather’s initials and their wedding date. I don’t remember him being an overly romantic man, so I like to think about him being inspired to do that
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