Experience & Education

• 27 years - Technical Director 
• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern University
• MS in Physics, John Carroll University
• BS in Physics, John Carroll University
• ASTM Fellow
• ASTM La Que Award

What I Enjoy Most About My Job

Talking to many different people in the industry and connected with galvanizing.

My Most Significant Contribution to Our Members/Industry

Developing and teaching the Master Galvanizer Process Seminars.

What I Consider the Most Interesting/Impactful Thing About HDG

Corrosion protection for a very long time with so little material in the coating.  Preserving the infrastructure.

Other Interesting Things that Shape My Life

Outside of work, I love to play with my grandkids. 

Random Fact

I once pitched a no hitter in slow-pitch softball. 

Words of Wisdom

Always be ready to re-examine something you thought you knew when someone challenges what you say.

Favorite Quote

"So many books, so little time."