SQLPeople

1. Everyone’s an accidental DBA (or database professional) – what’s your story? How’d you become a SQLPerson?

I transitioned from the Burroughs mainframe to PC platform with the following 2 products, Clipper and FoxPro. I was introduced to SQL Server 6.5 at a Fox Software event in Milwaukee. I was hooked on the product as a developer. I do not do much development anymore as others on our team specialize in that but I spend the majority of my time in the DBA role.

2. What’s your favorite part of your current gig?

Working with our team and our clients. I enjoy being a part of a team. I enjoy helping and mentoring others.

3. Complete this sentence: “If I could do anything else, I would…”

At my age it is not possible, but I would have pursued my baseball career harder.

4. Complete this sentence: “When I’m not working I enjoy…”

I enjoy golf, travelling with my wife and I am a wine enthusiast.

5. Complete this sentence: “I think the coolest thing in technology today is…”

I think the iPad is one of the most remarkable things in technology today. I realize there are now a lot of tablets and smartphones on the market but this was the leader and in my opinion is still the benchmark of the industry. Although I really like the NOOK as well.

6. Complete this sentence: “I look forward to the day when I can use technology to…”

Wow, I am at a loss for words on this one. For those that know me that is a rare thing!

7. Share something different about yourself. (Remember, it’s a family blog!)

I am technical geek, an IT guy and yet I am a Partner in an Accounting & Business Advisory Firm.

Originally published February 22nd, 2012.