In 1965, when I was 10 years of age, my family came to Brevard County.  My father was a space industry engineer employed at Kennedy Space Center.  My mother had a long career with the Brevard County School Board.  I, along with my sister and brother,attended Brevard County public schools.  Ultimately I graduated from UCF (B.A. 1978) and FSU (J.D., with Honors 1981) Law School.  Before becoming a lawyer I worked at the Kennedy Space Center center, including working with the shuttle program.  I have been active in the Brevard County Bar Association (former President) and was appointed by Governor Charlie Crist to serve our community as a Trustee to Brevard Community College.  I was subsequently reappointed to this position by Governor Rick Scott.  I truly enjoy working in and serving our Brevard County Community.