About Me: I was born in Buffalo, Missouri where a large majority of my family still resides, while I have lived in Hartville, Missouri for most of my life I enjoy activities such as hunting, fishing, sporting events, and engaging with friends and family on a daily basis I regularly practice community engagement through my attendance at sporting events and bank activities I have spent a large majority of the last 6 years hanging out on a farm and learning the ins and outs of a beef cattle operation I owned and operated a lawncare business through my college years, while keeping a 36 GPA (Graduating with a 4 year degree in 3 years), and playing college basketball at the same time This expanded my relationship building, business acquiring, and multi-tasking skills Furthermore, I own and manage multiple investment properties in the Springfield and Fair Grove areas My background in areas such as farming, real estate investing, and business operating have provided me with a large array of experiences and relationships, giving me a diverse set of skills and knowledge for years to come