Tom began his career with Nodak Insurance in 1987. Tom is originally from Fairmount, ND and has a wife, Renae and two daughters - Sheri & Cindi.

He is active in the community as a member of the church board, volunteer fire fighter, first responder, community center board, Richland Co. Pheasants board, and the Fairmount Commercial club.

He enjoys traveling to the lakes in the summer and any place warm. He has been in the insurance and financial industry for many years.