Ross graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, was commissioned as a US Marine Corps officer and flew in F-4 Phantom fighters as a Radar Intercept Officer. After his military service, he spent 20 years in sales and sales management with such companies as Wang, Data General and CareerBuilder. Serving many geographically remote clients is a unique characteristic of his small growth practice. When he isn't working, you can find Ross out on his favorite hiking or biking trail.