Jared was born and raised in Michigan where he met his high-school sweetheart Heather. Jared spent 5 years serving in the US Navy and has since settled back down in a small-town near Lake Michigan with his wife and two littles, Fitzgerald and Lucy. He currently works as a Manager for a Public Utility in Electric Operations and has accumulated over 10 years of experience in leadership, operations, compliance, and training with a clear passion to lead, develop and assist those in need. When Jared is not working, he enjoys spending time and making memories with his family and all things outdoor.