Meet Josh, a dad & HSE grad

I’m a father of two (with a third on the way!), a longtime Fishers resident of 35+ years, and a proud graduate of HSE. I believe that our district deserves steady, balanced leadership focused on practical problem solving without political agendas. As a nonpartisan District 2 candidate, I will listen to all perspectives and support solutions that best serve the needs of our students, families, educators, and taxpayers. I understand the importance of thoughtful decision-making that balances the needs of these distinct groups while ensuring excellence for HSE Schools.

I’m running for school board because I want to bring a collaborative, purposeful approach to give back to the schools and community that shaped who I am today. From my elementary years at New Britton Elementary to graduating from Hamilton Southeastern High School in 2007, our schools showed me the value of a strong public education. Over the past three decades, I have watched our community and district grow and evolve, giving me a deep understanding of both the strengths and challenges we face. Today, my children Parker and Caroline are students at Harrison Parkway Elementary, and I’m enjoying experiencing HSE Schools again through the eyes of a parent. Serving on school board isn’t about a title or serving a political agenda, it’s personal. I want to serve my community and ensure our schools are strong for future generations.

At my position as Commercial Underwriting Manager at Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, I lead a team of 15 and oversee commercial property and causality underwriting for the state of Indiana. In this role I regularly navigate complex, high stake situations that require balancing competing priorities and strong emotions to efficiently solve problems in the company’s best interest. I carefully weigh financial decisions and I am committed to serving as a responsible steward of our company dollars. As your school board representative, I will bring that same commitment to thoughtful decision-making and fiscal responsibility. I will work to ensure district resources are invested where they have the greatest impact while maintaining a careful focus on long-term financial sustainability and responsible management of taxpayer dollars.

Why I’m Qualified

• I'm a product of this district - My wife and I both attended HSE from grades K-12, and now I’m experiencing the district as a parent. 35 years of roots here means I understand the people, the culture, and what this community expects from its schools.

• I earned a teaching degree from Purdue - Understanding education from the inside out is something I carry with me regardless of the path my career took. I’ve spent time in classrooms supporting educators and know the challenges they face.

• I believe in leading without overreaching - The board's job is to set vision and policy and trust the administration to execute and teachers to teach. I know the difference between governing and micromanaging.

• I listen to understand, not just to respond - I take in all perspectives before forming a position. That kind of measured thinking is exactly what a school board needs.

• I know how to have difficult conversations - Negotiation and conflict resolution are core parts of what I do professionally every day. I can cut through emotion and get to the real issue without creating unnecessary drama.

• I want to serve quietly and effectively - My goal is not to create a public spectacle or make headlines. My goal is to do right by students and teachers without the noise.