I was born in Worcester, MA, the youngest of ten children. From the start I understood the meaning and value of hard work. I was the first to graduate from a 4-year college, St. Anselm, with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
I married my best friend from St. Anselm, Tes Sluka, who grew up in New Marlborough. Our newlywed plans changed early on when Tes’s mom died in the late 1980’s and we moved into the old family farmhouse on Calkins Cross Road. As a city boy I was surprised to find I quickly fell in love with country living in the Berkshires.
Over 35 years later, with two grown daughters, we remain happily rooted in New Marlborough. I consider living in the Berkshires the best place to be. As a real estate agent, I can help others find their happy place as well.
My early career landed me in the wireless industry in its beginnings. For the past 33 years I have been a real estate manager in the industry. During this time, I also pursued my real estate and broker’s license and dabbled in commercial and home sales.
Outside of my professional career, I’m passionate about two things that keep me grounded: skiing and farming. As a ski instructor at Ski Butternut, I love helping others discover the thrill of the slopes while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Teaching skiing has given me the opportunity to work with people of all skill levels fostering a positive, encouraging environment that makes learning fun.
In addition to skiing, I spend my time tending to a gentleman’s farm, where I enjoy caring for animals and cultivating a variety of crops. The balance of these two passions— skiing and farming, help me stay connected to nature and the outdoors while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
