Background: Corporate executive; state legislator.

Why I got into public service: President John F. Kennedy's call to service.

Top Issue: Continuing Saint Pauls renaissance through development of 5,000 units of housing in the next four years, innovative economic development opportunities, and fostering the city's arts and cultural amenities with a five-year strategic plan.

Guiding Value: Honesty and hard work. In our business, too often there is a lot of sizzle, but little steak.

First Job: House painter.