Following graduation from New Mexico State University, Larry built a foundation of knowledge as a tradesman while working in Alamogordo, New Mexico. During this time, he gained experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general construction, and even worked as a zookeeper for the City. In 2000, he started his own construction company where he indulged his passion of history and managed operations of Fort Stanton Historic Site in New Mexico. During his tenure at this incredible location, he developed skills in historic preservation, exhibit design & construction, public education, and relationship building. Larry recently moved to Oklahoma and has brought this varied background of experiences to architecture construction administration.