Family Man, Computer Geek, Cloud Developer, Audio Book Worm

I am a 1997 graduate of Fruita Monument High School and a lifetime resident of western Colorado. I am passionate about continuing education, self-empowerment, and self-improvement. Earning both an associate degree in manufacturing and a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, while raising my family.

My time in manufacturing and computing has helped to fuel my interest in learning. Moore’s law has plotted the exponential growth of computing power, and all inventions and improvements effected by its rapid increase. Consequently, without the drive for constant learning, Moore’s observations might also predict our being increasingly ill fitted for the world in which we live.

Audio books have played a huge role in my life, opening many worlds and volumes of knowledge. Allowing me to utilize time which might have been wasted commuting or doing household chores. My love of books has grown over the years and I currently have more than 600 on the read-shelf of my goodreads.com account. As my library increases in size, it is ever more difficult to pick my favorite. However, I still go back to my old standby, Charles Dickens’, A Tale of two Cities. In it, he combines the fascinating historical context with a beautiful use of the English language.

While within the Plateau Valley and in most of the state of Colorado, I am known as, “Mrs. Shepardson’s husband,” I identify as support staff for something much larger than myself. Being a father and supportive husband is very important to me and I believe the world will benefit from more servant leaders.

As a School Board Member, I desire to serve my community in improving the education of current and future students. I also wish to improve the working environment for teachers and make our district a desirable place of employment for those who will inspire students to engage in lifelong learning.

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