Education: Graduated 1973 from the University of California, San Diego, BA in Biology.  Graduated from American Fencing Academy (at Cornell University) in 1981 with Master of Arms.

Certification: Master of Arms, US National Fencing Coaches Association, International Fencing Academy.  PIOF (Public Information Officer Field) – Sandia Ranger District, Cibola National Forest. Licensed General Contractor – residential.

Experience: 1981 – 1988, Independent automotive tool dealer; 1988-1995, Assistant and Head Fencing Coach, Cornell University; 1995-2008, accountant, Bill Helmich Associates; 1999-present, licensed General Contractor – Helmich Associates Construction; 2008 – present, Office Manager – Bill Helmich Associates;   employee.