I grew up in Burlington, Kentucky, and graduated from Conner HS in 1985. Right after high school, I joined the Army where I served almost 7 years. While in the Army, I served half my time as a combat medic--first in Korea, then in Texas. In 1988, the Army put me through nursing school, and I served my remaining time in Washington, D.C. at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Most of that time was served on the pediatric ward. I met my wife, Debbie, while serving at Walter Reed. It was love at first sight; we were married 4 months later. While I was still in the Army, my wife gave birth to our twin boys, Brandon and Brian. After leaving the Army, we returned to Northern Kentucky. I was hired on by Cincinnati Childrens Hospital, and worked there as a home care nurse for 16 years. In 1997, my wife gave birth to our daughter, Tiffany. We currently attend First Church of Christ, Burlington. I am leading a Men’s Life Group on Wednesday evening.

Stephanie joined the team in April 2023. She had served in Christian ministries, including the Christian Medical & Dental Associations and Answers in Genesis, for over 20 years before joining Potter’s Ranch. Stephanie and her husband, Perry, have four kids who are growing up fast. They enjoy camping, hiking, and canoeing in their spare time, enjoying God’s creation in many ways. Stephanie loves serving the Lord and sharing His love, grace, and joy with people she interacts with at the ranch.

 I grew up in Michigan before venturing west to Iowa, where I began my career in the kitchen cabinet manufacturing industry. Over the next 45 years, I worked my way up from the shop floor through nearly every aspect of the business, eventually building a successful career in outside sales. That journey eventually led me to the Chicagoland area, where I spent the majority of my professional life while raising my family.   My business was called Partners and Friends, and in many ways, that name became my philosophy for life. I’ve always believed that when work is approached as an opportunity to serve others and cultivate genuine friendships, it no longer feels like work. Likewise, when friendships are approached with the same commitment, integrity, and vision that build a successful business, everyone wins. Those principles have shaped not only my career but every meaningful relationship I’ve been blessed to have.   I am the proud father of six sons, ranging in age from 8 to 38. In 2023, my wife and I moved our family to Northern Kentucky to be closer to our growing number of grandchildren and to enjoy this new season of life surrounded by family.   Our two youngest sons, now 8 and 14, joined our family through adoption. They have profoundly changed my perspective on life and deepened my understanding of God’s heart. Through them, I have gained a greater appreciation for grace, unconditional love, patience, and the incredible beauty of family. They have reminded me that some of God’s greatest blessings come through unexpected paths and that every person has immeasurable value and purpose.   My faith in Christ has been the foundation of my life through every season. Whether in business, ministry, family life, or friendships, my desire has always been to serve others with humility, encouragement, and integrity. I believe that success is measured less by accomplishments and more by the lives we invest in, the relationships we build, and the legacy of faith, kindness, and generosity we leave behind.

Debbie was born in Barberton, OH and graduated from Barberton High School in 1982. She served in the Army from 1982 to 1985. She was a tactical systems operator and mechanic while in the Army, serving in West Germany and Hinesville, Georgia. After leaving the regular Army, she served in the Army Reserves for a year as a dental technician trainee. From there, she joined the Navy from the end of 1985 through 1990. While in the Navy, she served In California and Washington, D.C. In the Navy, she worked as a sailor, public relations specialist, and photographer. She met her husband while serving in Washington D.C. Shortly after having twin boys Brandon and Brian, they moved to Florence, KY. She received her Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies before having her daughter, Tiffany, in 1997.