I owned and operated a successful construction site safety management company in New York City for 20 years. I worked on multi-million dollar residential and commercial high rise construction projects from foundation through completion. I started this company as a young father-to-be after seeing sonogram pictures of my daughter. My daughter is now in college on the Women's Rugby Team studying to be a special education teacher. My wife Micaela, a social worker and I also have twin 15 year old sons - one a talented basketball player, the other an accomplished Irish step dancer. We have a two German shepherds, Nemo and Maple. I have been fortunate in my lifetime to be a Girl Scout dad and a Cub Scout leader. I created and managed a youth basketball program called the American Legion Patriots sponsored by Admiral Farragut American Legion Post 1195. My children had a profound sense of pride being involved with the program coaching younger players, playing in a competitive league and honoring their veteran sponsors. My wife and I have instilled the values of community service into our children. Owning and operating a local handyman business represents more than just a lucrative opportunity and the means to afford a comfortable life. This endeavor embodies the legacy I hope to leave my children – the importance and satisfaction one derives from hard work, family commitment and community involvement.