Sam graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology. For several years, he worked in Minnesota as a Branch Manager for a large car rental agency, which equipped him with customer service skills. He then moved to Oregon, where he was able to pursue his passion for the outdoors. On any given weekend, you can find him hiking, climbing, mountaineering, cycling, running, or anything that gets the adrenaline pumping. He is also an avid sports fan. Go Vikings, Timberwolves, Wild, and Twins!