I am very passionate about surveying... but it didn't start that way. All through high school I was confident I would go to the Air Force Academy and become a pilot. I did everything I possibly could to become the best candidate for the congressional appointment needed... Eagle Scout, leadership councils, athletics, all-state choir, theater, etc. After interviewing with my congressman, I received a letter that indicated that I was selected as an alternate. I was devastated. I was accepted into the aeronautical engineering program at BGSU and then got the bill. Knowing I would take the military route, instead of the Air Force, I followed in my brother's footsteps and enlisted in the Army (reserves) to help pay for college. After taking the entry test, I met with a recruiter to discuss career options. I was offered several positions, none of which involved flying, before being given the option of "construction surveyor". It was an option in the engineering field and was an outdoor job - which at least interested me.After AIT (a16 week course training me on surveying) I was convinced that my future would be in surveying. From my beginnings with a steel tape and transit, through total stations, early GPS, robotics, and on to VRS and remote sensing, I have been involved in the most expansive technology evolution in the history of surveying. As a Professional Surveyor since 1994 I believe my experience and knowledge put me in the best position to meet my client's needs. With the implementation of UAV's in the industry, my two passions finally have come together. I look forward to further implementing the exciting new technologies that are here now and will come in the future. Connect with me to see how these technologies can help you.