Graduated from UW-Madison with Bachelors degree in Microbiology. Returned to graduate school at Eastern New Mexico University to obtain a Masters Degree in Biology. Have three and half years of experience in Quality Control at Abbott Laboratories. Have four years of experience in Packaging Engineering and Packaging Development with Abbott Laboratories. Have one year of experience as a National Account Manager at Artistic Carton Company.

Received a patent in 2001 for the Carpuject Slim Pack Package design. Became a Certified Packaging Professional in 2002. Currently hold position of Vice President Technical for the Chicago Chapter of IoPP. Chairman for Technical Roadshow and Mentoring Program for the Chicago Chapter of IoPP.