Al has more than four decades of experience in public and community service as well as unique expertise in areas of local government procedures and transportation programs. Al joined JWA following a very successful 36-year career as an insurance and financial consultant. Al also has had a distinguished career in public service, having served as an Oregon State Representative, Mayor, and Council member in Medford and as a board member of many community organizations.

He and his wife, Sally, love to travel and spend time with children and grandchildren.