Benton & Franklin Counties

He has a solid background in sales, advertising and marketing, including owning and operating his own businesses. Gary's experience includes various communication skills such as writing articles, press releases, radio and television commercials, direct mailers, and public speaking. He has most recently been involved in event and industrial marketing including export marketing around the world.

• President and Communications Director of the Pacific Northwest Caribbean Basin Trade Association - Richland, Washington.
• Member of the Board of Directors of the International Trade, Education and Cultural Association - Kennewick, Washington.
• Chosen "Exporter of the Year 1998" by the Inland Northwest World Trade Council - Spokane, Washington.
• Guest lecturer on International Marketing, Washington State University -Tri-Cities Branch Campus.
• Co-Chairperson, Advisory Committee, Fiesta de la Familia -Tri-Cities, Washington.

• Associate Degree from Everett Community College
• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from Washington State University