About Me
My Background
I have been a lifelong resident of Hardin County, having grown up in Pickwick. I am a 2004 graduate of Hardin County High School. I then attended the University of Tennessee at Martin and graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management.
After graduation, I worked for approximately 4 years as a Tennessee State Park Ranger. In 2012, I left employment with the state to accept a position with the Hardin County Sheriff Department, under Sheriff Davidson. Also in 2012, I married Emma Campbell, daughter of Tom and Debbie Campbell, and moved to the Dogtown community in Swift. In 2013-2014, I retuned to college and earned a Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree from Bethel University, graduating with a 4.0 GPA while also working full time. I worked until 2016 for the Hardin County Sheriff Department, when I accepted a position with the city of Savannah Police Department. Currently, I serve as the Chief of Police at SPD, a position I have held for more than 7 years.
In addition to my work life, I am a licensed and ordained minister and serve as the associate pastor of Living Waters Foursquare Church in Swift. I have served in that role since 2015. I am an avid hunter, and enjoy spending time outdoors. My wife and I have 2 children, Lyla and Charlie, and we enjoy camping in our RV and taking walks with our two dogs, Jasper and Patch.
My Top Issues
- As a 16 year law enforcement officer, you will not find a candidate who more "backs the blue". I know first hand what our first responders go through, and will support them vigorously. I will NEVER vote to defund our police!
- I believe that the government's job is to protect the right of ALL citizens to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, as stated in our Declaration of Independence. I will vigorously work to ensure that these rights are not infringed upon.
- I believe in the 2nd amendment, and wholeheartedly support the right to bear arms.
- I believe in low taxes and fiscal responsibility. I believe that the government should be making exceptional use of its current funding before considering to raise taxes on it's people.
My Involvement
- Associate Pastor - Living Waters Foursquare Church
- Member of the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police - serving a term on the Board of Directors
- 24th Judicial Drug Task Force Board of Directors - Chairman 2021-present
- Former member of the Hardin County Carl Perkins Center Advisory Board
- Hardin County E911 Board of Directors
- Member of the National Rifle Association
- Member of the Tennessee Firearms Association
- Member of Savannah River City Kiwanis Club
Accomplishments
- B.S. in Natural Resource Management from UT Martin
- M.S. in Criminal Justice from Bethel University
- Graduate of Leadership Hardin County Class of 2017
- Graduate of the Southeastern Leadership Academy - Session 7 (Class President)
- Graduate of the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police Executive Leadership Program
- Attained Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police Level 4 Leadership Certification (highest possible rank)
- Graduate of Class 2024 of the WestStar Leadership Program
Awards
- 2006 Outstanding Junior in Natural Resource Management Award - UTM
- 2018 Outstanding Leadership Award - Savannah PD
- 2019 Hardin County Public Servant of the Year
- Southeastern Leadership Academy Leadership Award - Session 7