Arizona is such a unique place to live. The mountainous terrain is perfect for cold-weather activities like skiing, and the lakes are great for surfing, boating and just relaxing. This is what makes my city, Mesa, such a wonderful place to reside.

I grew up in Mesa, graduating from Mountain View High School. It’s also the place where my wife, Kathy, and I have raised our two kids, Shaye and Brigg. We also have a dog, Piper, and a 14-inch, 40-pound tortoise named Clove who lives in our backyard.

In my free time, I enjoy volunteering with the Boy Scouts and our local church youth group. We help the community in any way we can, from organizing food drives to assisting homeless shelters. I also am a huge sports fan, both professional and college sports, and I love anything to do with the outdoors. Hiking, biking, hunting and boating — you can do it all here in Arizona.

I became an Allstate agent in May 1990, and I love working with customers in this wonderful community. I’m also proud to have such a wonderful team around me. My father, Ned Smith, and I shared an Allstate location for years until he retired, and my agency remains focused on family. I look forward to working with you as a trusted Allstate advisor.