The next 5 years were spent running & repairing a few old worn out mills, bidding jobs and trying to build our fleet & work force on a very limited budget. Things were tough in the beginning, but I believe that experience was a key to our success today.

 

In the spring of 1988 I lost my leg below the knee in an accident involving one of our mills. It turned out to be a turning point for me professionally and a blessing for me personally.  

Professionally I was forced, during my recovery, to focus less on the physical aspects of milling and more on the business of running the company.  Since that time, Turtle has grown steadily and has established itself as a leader in the milling industry.  We have built a team that has been able to support that growth while maintaining our integrity and the quality of our work.  Turtle would not be where it is today if not for the dedication and hard work of the individuals that make up the Turtle Team.  I am truly thankful for each and every member of what I consider The Turtle Family.

 

Personally, my accident started a chain of events that lead me to the Lord and changed my life forever. My priorities today are God, Family, and Turtle, in that order.  My off hours are spent enjoying my life with my beautiful wife (Janet) and our 4 beautiful girls, (Grace, Sophie, Sylvia, & Maria). Without their patience and support I would not be where I am today.  I also enjoy watching the Bucs, Lightning & Rays, and playing basketball whenever I can.