I started my mosquito killing career as a seasonal technician then full-time working with Peter Bonkrude out of Shasta County, learning the foundation of mosquito control with boots on the ground and fog in the air. From there I went to Butte County and worked under another titan in the industry Matt Ball, where I was moved into the laboratory and built the indoor aquaculture program breeding mosquitofish for year-round access. After the “Camp Fire” took my home, I relocated my family to Idaho (as all good Californians do) and currently am the Assistant Director to Jim Lunders out of Canyon County. Having worked for three opposite (yes there can be three opposites… I have three daughters that also fit the same description) alpha personalities has given me a well-rounded outlook in what we all do for public health. Outside of work it’s all about the girl’s dance, gymnastics, drama, karate, roller skating, pretty much keeping them involved in anything that distracts them from boys. You will know my daughters are grown when I come back one year looking like Gandolf the gray. I am blessed for the friendships I have made in this industry and look forward to making many more.