Born in Houston Texas in 1954.
Grew up in a two parent Catholic family.
Attended St. Vincent de Paul elementary school in Houston,Texas.
Attended Strake Jesuit College Preparatory high school in Houston,Texas.
Attended University of Texas at Austin and received a BSArE in 1976. Handball and biking were the preferred sports.
Attended University of Houston and received a MSCE in 1979.
Practiced Structural Engineering and Architectural Engineering design for 12 years. Automobile auto crossing and high speed track events were the preferred sports.
Practiced Structural Engineering and Architectural Engineering forensic analysis and design for 35 years. Developed Structural Ventilation of the Building Envelope.