In my time as an SCCA member, I've been able to experience just about everything offered. I've been to great events, and not so great events. I've helped start and end programs. I've been event chair, and I've been set up/tear down. I've run single, one off events, and year long points series. I've been to events all over the US. I've seen cars break and get rebuilt in a matter of hours. I've seen drivers break and get right back in the seat. I've served in leadership roles in 3 different Regions, countless boards and committees, and even presented at the National Convention.

In those 25 years, after seeing and experiencing all these things, the best thing I've experienced is the people. I've made hundreds of friendships and contacts. I've been privileged enough to help people out in their SCCA journey, whichever direction they were taking or following. I've been even more privileged to be on the receiving end of that help. I've heard thousands of “I once won a race with my eyes closed” stories, and I've watched, in real time, some of those things go down. I've literally shared blood, sweat and, yes, tears with other members. I have truly grown as a driver, worker, organizer, and person, simply just by being a member. It doesn't matter how many events there are, how great they are, who wins or loses, how much it costs, or even how much food got eaten or tires corded- without a doubt, the SCCA membership is the absolute most important aspect of the club.

I'm running for Area 6 director to carry that forward. I've learned the ins and outs of how SCCA operates, and sometimes doesn't. I would be honored to be the bridge for members in the Area to have a more direct affect on that. I feel that at this point in my life and SCCA membership, this is where I can do the most good for the health of the club overall. I''ll be more than happy to get contacted by any Area member with their concerns or praises that need to get to the National level. If you're reading this and would like to contact me now, feel free to reach out to the membership department. They have my permission to put you in touch.