After completing high school in 1995 in northern Illinois, I chose to follow in the footsteps of my father and grandfather by pursuing a career in managing large-scale HVAC mechanical projects. This opportunity allowed me to grasp the significance of effective time management, collaborating with diverse individuals, and understanding the importance of attention to detail for achieving successful outcomes.

In 2011, my family embarked on a vacation to Twin Lakes in north Idaho. It was during this trip that I, along with my three children, instantly fell in love with the area and aspired to turn the Idaho dream into a reality. In April of 2014, we made the transformative decision to transition from city life to residing in the picturesque mountains, embracing a lifestyle centered around cattle raising. This shift provided my children with a more enriching and multifaceted upbringing. While I continued my work in HVAC, I found myself increasingly dissatisfied due to extensive travel and time spent away from my family. It became evident that a change was overdue.

In February of 2016, I embarked on a transition into the insurance business, and in 2019, I established the Glidden Group. Building and expanding my team has presented both challenges and rewards, yet the most fulfilling aspect of this life-altering shift has been assisting individuals in obtaining the insurance coverage and protection they require and desire. Throughout this journey, while collaborating with numerous individuals, I have come to appreciate the wisdom in Einstein’s quote: “Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.”

My three children have actively participated in the Glidden Group and continue to do so. My eldest daughter, currently a high school student and dedicated middle school youth group leader, frequently visits our office and offers her support. Although it had been my hope for my son to join me in this venture, he has set his sights on NASA, pursuing his dreams of space exploration and even attending Space Camp. As for my youngest daughter, although she has only shown a modest interest in my line of work, she enthusiastically competes in endurance horse racing events across the Pacific Northwest.