Beginning with a small mid-western company specializing in theme parties, parade floats and trade shows, I continued to learn and grow to eventually work for industry leaders in the world of live engagements inclusive of expositions, conventions, corporate events, meetings and exhibit programs. An experienced business development and account management professional providing a 30+ year career of collaborating, consulting and connecting with clients to help them create growth, prosperity and successful events. When I'm not working, I am an avid road bicyclist. What started as a hobby has grown into my passion. I ride in group rides with Trace Bikes on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays and ride solo the other days. Last year the group completed five centuries (100 miles), as well as, the Annual MS Jack & Back Charity ride. This ride takes us on a 150 mile journey from Nashville to Lynchburg, TN (home of Jack Daniels) and back over two days. All the money generated goes to fight MS.