Adam is a lifelong Petoskey resident and a 2004 graduate of Petoskey High School. An Eagle Scout from St. Francis Xavier Troop 7, he earned an Associate Degree from North Central Michigan College in 2006 before completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Sales and Business Marketing from Western Michigan University in 2009.

Professionally, Adam has spent more than 13 years in sales with Petoskey Plastics and is a graduate of Leadership Little Traverse Class of 2024. He is deeply involved in youth development, outdoor education, and archery instruction throughout Northern Michigan.

An International Bowhunter Education Certified Instructor since 2017, Adam also serves as a National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Regional Coordinator and Instructor Trainer. In 2025, he earned his USA Archery Level 3 Coach certification. His volunteer and instructional experience includes serving as the St. Francis Xavier Middle School Archery Coach, Camp Daggett Instructor Trainer and Program Consultant, and an Archery Program Instructor for the City of Petoskey’s Winter Sports Park.

Beyond archery, Adam supports local youth athletics as an Elementary Wrestling Team Support Coach and serves on the Melrose Township Parks and Recreation Board. An avid endurance athlete, he has completed six marathons, achieving a personal best time of 3:36.

Through his professional work and extensive community involvement, Adam remains committed to mentoring youth, promoting outdoor recreation, and strengthening the Northern Michigan community he proudly calls home.