Following graduation I was hired by Prins Insurance, an independent agent in northwest Iowa. I spent 29 years in sales, of which the last 18 also involved serving as part of the ownership team. Recently, the choice was made to retire from this industry and follow a dream to start a new restaurant/taphouse. Thus the creation of Backyard Brew, an innovative self-pour concept that will also serve up great pizza and appetizers while providing a fun indoor and outdoor atmosphere.