Principal owner of governmental and public affairs consulting firm. Recently completed career with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama as Vice President of Governmental Affairs, where responsibilities included local, state and federal governmental affairs and policy development for the state’s largest healthcare insurer. Formerly Vice President of State and Local Governmental Affairs for The Boeing Company, the world's largest aerospace company. Served in cabinet of former Alabama Governor Bob Riley as Legislative Affairs Director.Auburn University alumnus with BA degree in journalism. Native of Gadsden, AL. Background as a small business operator and reporter. Married (wife-Nita); two children; three grandchildren. Native of Gadsden, AL. Active supporter of Auburn Athletics. Enjoys time at the lake, golf and travel.