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What is your position within your company?
I am senior research scientist for The Dow Chemical Co., Spring House, Pa.

What is the most unusual roofing project you've performed?
I led a new cool roofing technology test and was told there would be a crew to do the work. When I arrived, I found the crew consisted of inmates from the local prison. They were a great group of guys—productive and cooperative. The trial went well and gave us a success story to help launch a new product.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Why?
The ability to time travel—I am an avid "Doctor Who" fan.

What is your roofing industry involvement?
I serve on the board of directors of the Cool Roof Rating Council and am an active member of the Reflective Roof Coatings Institute and Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association.

Why did you become involved in the roofing industry?
An opportunity arose within The Dow Chemical Co. to lead the research group I currently lead. I knew about cool roofing concepts and wanted to get involved in this exciting area of the construction market. I already had about 20 years of coatings experience, so the transition was an easy one.

What's your favorite movie?
"My Fair Lady"

If you could meet any historical figure, whom would you meet? Why?
Jesus Christ—he is the cornerstone of my faith, so to meet him would be the ultimate encounter for me.

What is your favorite stress reliever?
Playing music—I play guitar, bass, brass instruments and sing.

My favorite part about working in the roofing industry is …
Meeting the people in the industry, and in my role, I get to meet everyone

What item can you never leave the house without?
My smart phone

What's the most exciting thing you've done?
Adopting my son Michael—I have three wonderful sons, and it was a thrill not only because of the obvious joy of gaining another son, but there was a real battle that ensued between all parties who laid "claim" to him.

What is your favorite food?
Eating at Fogo de Chao—the Brazilian steakhouse dining experience is the absolute best.

What three words best describe you?
Honest, loyal and creative

What are the most challenging aspects of your job?
The complexity of all that has to be done

People would be surprised to know …
I hold a U.S. patent; I studied Shaolin Kung Fu for five years; and I am active in Family Promise of Salem County, an organization that reaches out to homeless families in our area.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
Australia—I was sent to work there for four weeks in 1995, and I've always wanted to go back.