After 20 years as a nationally recognized advertising photographer, my wife, and I chose Springfield, Missouri as the best place in the world to raise our three children. Having grown up in rural Illinois, I always knew I would return to settle my family in the Midwest for the sense of community and traditional values. We love our life here in 417 Land and have been involved at Sequiota Elementary, Pershing Middle School and Glendale H.S. through PTA, Site Council, and All Pro Dads. I also enjoyed being on the Parents Advisory Council to Springfield Public Schools. My membership in Rotary of Springfield Sunrise has been life changing for me and I am dedicated to living by the “4 Way Test”! I have created 417 REALTY as a way to help others experience the same quality of life that we enjoy!